Good Samaritan Home Health Center and Residential in Evansville, IN is a very large facility with 212 beds and has nonprofit, church ownership. It is part of a continuing care retirement community and participates in Medicare and Medicaid. The facility has a short-term rehabilitation rating of Average and a long-term care rating of Average. Original Medicare generally pays for short term rehabilitation up to 100 days after a hospital stay of at least 3 inpatient days. Long-term nursing home care may be covered by Medicaid after other resources are utilized.
The facility has a relatively high percentage of residents who were able to return home after being discharged. However, there were some issues with infections leading to hospitalizations and rehospitalizations during stays. Good Samaritan Home Health Center and Residential has failed to meet certain standards in state health inspections, such as developing and implementing policies to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft, as well as providing care and assistance with activities of daily living for residents who are unable.
The facility did not have a strong track record in honoring residents' rights to receive visitors of their choosing or in implementing infection prevention and control programs. It has received fines in the past three years totaling $39,650. Despite these deficiencies, Good Samaritan Home Health Center and Residential had a high percentage of residents maintaining the ability to self-care and receiving flu vaccinations.
Overall, Good Samaritan Home Health Center and Residential provides care for patients recovering from hospital stays. While there have been shortcomings in meeting health and safety standards, the facility offers services for individuals who need assistance with medical and non-medical needs on a daily basis. It is important for individuals considering this facility to thoroughly review inspection reports and ensure that their loved ones receive proper care and attention during their stay.