Good Samaritan Society Tyndall
2304 Laurel Street, Tyndall, SD 57066 · (605) 589-3350
Non profit - Corporation · 68 certified beds
Good Samaritan Society Tyndall has a 3-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in July 2026, found 4 citations, 1 for actual harm or immediate jeopardy (the South Dakota average is 6.7). It was fined 3 times in the last three years, $44,951 in all.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on July 16, 2026 found 4 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.July 16, 2026 · F0686 · Level of harm: Actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.July 16, 2026 · F0584 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.July 16, 2026 · F0684 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.July 16, 2026 · F0695 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 3 citations.
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.July 17, 2025 · F0689 · Level of harm: Actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents.June 12, 2025 · F0741 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.June 12, 2025 · F0755 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $9,246July 17, 2025
- Fine of $23,537January 24, 2025
- Fine of $12,168September 28, 2023
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | South Dakota average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 3.58 | 3.79 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.61 | 0.80 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.58 | 0.47 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 2.39 | 2.52 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 58.5% | 48.2% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | Non profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 68 |
| Average residents per day | 53.3 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
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