nursing home in New Underwood, SD
Good Samaritan Society New Underwood
412 South Madison, New Underwood, SD 57761 · (605) 754-6489
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Good Samaritan Society New Underwood at a glance
Good Samaritan Society New Underwood is a 41-bed non-profit nursing home in New Underwood, South Dakota (Pennington County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the South Dakota average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 2.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 8, 2025) found 10 health citations. The South Dakota average is 6.7.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $26,595.
Nursing staff turnover is 64.7% per year (state average 48.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 41
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Good Samaritan Society
- Medicare-certified since
- July 1, 1997
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Pennington County
- CMS Certification Number
- 435104
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 2.82 hrs | 3.79 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.79 hrs | 0.80 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.62 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.23 hrs | 3.26 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 64.7% | 48.2% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 34.7% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 10 | 7 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 83 | 72.2 | 80.6 | Average |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $26,595 | $40,815 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 41 | 61 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 37 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 90.7% | 85.2% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.3% | 5.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 10.6% | 4.6% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 32.2% | 24.6% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.4% | 2.9% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 27% | 21.3% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 27.6% | 19.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 8.3% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 5.7% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 11.2% | 17.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 26.6% | 25.4% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.2% | 96.9% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.9% | 94.9% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.6% | 2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.5% | 78.2% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 81.1% | 83.5% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 29 health deficiencies and 6 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 8, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 23, 2026 |
| December 8, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 29, 2026 |
| December 8, 2025 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 28, 2026 |
| December 8, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 29, 2026 |
| December 8, 2025 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 16, 2026 |
| December 8, 2025 Standard | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| December 8, 2025 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 23, 2026 |
| December 8, 2025 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 28, 2026 |
| December 8, 2025 Standard | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 29, 2026 |
| December 8, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 29, 2026 |
| July 9, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 9, 2025 |
| June 10, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected June 30, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 27, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 27, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected February 27, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 27, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 27, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 27, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 27, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 27, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 27, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 27, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 27, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 27, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 27, 2025 |
| January 30, 2025 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 27, 2025 |
| November 16, 2023 Fire safety | Have an externally vented heating system. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0522 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 16, 2023 |
| November 16, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| November 16, 2023 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| November 16, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 12, 2023 |
| November 16, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 15, 2023 |
| November 16, 2023 Standard | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 15, 2023 |
| November 16, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 15, 2023 |
| November 16, 2023 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 15, 2023 |
| November 16, 2023 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 15, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $26,595 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| June 10, 2025 | Fine | $11,190 |
| January 30, 2025 | Fine | $15,405 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SANFORD Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/2019 |
| THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/2019 |
| DIAMOND, KENNETH Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2021 |
| CAIN, JAMES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| DYKHOUSE, DANA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| ENGBRECHT, WESLEY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| GASSEN, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| GULSVIG, NEIL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| HERSETH SANDLIN, STEPHANIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| LUNDEEN, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| MOLBERT, LAURIS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| NORTH, ANDREW Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| SHULKIN, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| TEIKEN, BRENT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| VENTLING-HERRMANN, MARNIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| FLUIT, JOEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| GASSEN, WILLIAM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/30/2024 |
| MIDDLETON, AIMEE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2022 |
| OLSON, NICHOLAS Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/08/2024 |
| ROGERS, MICHAEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/13/2022 |
| SCHEMA, NATHAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| HUBBELING, PAUL Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/23/2023 |
| MORRISON, TONY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Good Samaritan Society New Underwood's rating?
Good Samaritan Society New Underwood has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for South Dakota nursing homes is 2.9 stars.
How many inspection citations did Good Samaritan Society New Underwood receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 10 citations, compared with a South Dakota average of 6.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Good Samaritan Society New Underwood accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Good Samaritan Society New Underwood?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Good Samaritan Society. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Good Samaritan Society New Underwood and how do I contact it?
Good Samaritan Society New Underwood is at 412 South Madison, New Underwood, SD 57761. Phone: (605) 754-6489.
About this data
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