Samaritan Bethany Inc.

Samaritan Bethany Inc. is a Nursing Home in Minnesota

Samaritan Bethany Inc. is a Nursing Home in Minnesota

Samaritan Bethany Inc.

24 8th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901 View Map

Samaritan Bethany Inc. is a Nursing Home in Minnesota

Samaritan Bethany Inc. is a Nursing Home in Minnesota

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Overview of Samaritan Bethany Inc.

Situated in Rochester, Minnesota, Samaritan Bethany offers an extensive array of living and care choices tailored for senior residents. Rooted in a philosophy of empowerment, the Household Model amplifies autonomy and decision-making for residents across the spectrum of Assisted Living, Memory Care Assisted Living, Short-Term Rehabilitation, and Long-Term Care accommodations.
Samaritan Bethany is a beacon of compassionate care, embracing diverse living options and fostering a vibrant atmosphere for seniors. This assisted living community’s selection comprises budget-friendly independent-living apartments and the innovative Household Model.

(507) 289-4031

What families are saying

Quality of care and staff professionalism

The nursing staff, particularly individual nurses like Anna Pence-Bouska, are highly praised for their passion, encouragement, and positive impact on individuals' lives and personal growth.

Care & staff

Quality of care and staff professionalism

There is a notable concern about understaffing and inadequate care management, particularly in the Independent Living and rehabilitation sections, leading to negative experiences regarding resident care and communication with families.

Care & staff

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 4.97/day
Overall rating Info Based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
4/5
Health Inspection Info Based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4/5
Staffing Info Based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4/5

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 128

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Minnesota average
Occupancy rate 68.2%
Residents per day (avg) 86
Occupancy rate
68.2%
Residents per day (avg)
86

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

50% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 10 - 11 months

Private pay

47% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 9 - 10 months

Medicaid

3% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Finances and operations

Governmental home
City
Home revenue
$15.3M
Deficit of revenue
-$2.6M
Governmental home City
Home revenue
$15,321,739.00
Deficit of revenue
$-2,606,304.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$8.4M
54.6% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$9.6M
Total costs $17.9M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 83 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 245530

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Contact: Susan Knutson, CEO
Contact Samaritan Bethany Inc.

Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division.
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Samaritan Bethany Inc.
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Rochester
128
No
A+
83
BAKKEN, KIRBY
68.2%
$14,625,277.00
$8,363,592.00
57.2%
85.70
4/5
4.9665
4/5
4/5
4/5
2
Rochester East Health Services
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Rochester
111
No
-
63
NSHC WISCONSIN LLC
49.3%
$6,805,122.00
$2,998,673.00
44.1%
54.90
2/5
4.7045
1/5
5/5
2/5
2
Rochester West Health Services
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Rochester
-
No
-
31
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-

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Address 1.0 miles from city center

Address 24 8th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

226
Total Staff
107
Employees
119
Contractors
40,761
Total Hours (Quarter)
58
Avg Staff/Day
7.7
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse66.1 No
Licensed Practical Nurse299.2 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant1357.7 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
5.9hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
179 staff
8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
8 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services
25 staff
6.1hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
2 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Social Services
1 staff
2.7hs shift avg
Dietary Services
5 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Other Services
4 staff
8.4hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
27%
of total hours from contractors
11,021 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 20 Certified Nursing Assistant: 72 Speech Language Pathologist: 4 Qualified Social Worker: 1 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 6 Physical Therapy Aide: 6 Physical Therapy Assistant: 7 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: 2 Medical Director: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant637213520,73191100%7.7
Licensed Practical Nurse920296,91091100%9.2
Clinical Nurse Specialist6062,7968492%8
Medication Aide/Technician9091,94991100%7.9
Physical Therapy Aide0661,1428290%6.8
Speech Language Pathologist0441,1136673%6.8
Mental Health Service Worker4049516774%8.4
Nurse Practitioner2029167582%8.1
Physical Therapy Assistant0778387481%5.3
Other Dietary Services Staff3038036875%7.2
Occupational Therapy Aide2027696470%7.9
Registered Nurse6065386167%6.1
Administrator1013825662%6.8
Dietitian2023213741%8.7
Respiratory Therapy Technician0662316369%2.6
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist0222082831%7.4
Qualified Social Worker0111595864%2.7
Medical Director01151011%0.5

Health Inspection History

Source: CMS Health Citations (Oct 2022 – Dec 2024)

7
Inspections
18
Total Citations
1
Critical (J-L)
2
Serious (G-I)
2.57
Citations/Inspection
Dec 2024
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
Minor (A-C)
1
Moderate (D-F)
14
Serious (G-I)
2
Critical (J-L)
1
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
6
33% of total
Resident Rights
5
28% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
3
17% of total
Infection Control
1
6% of total
Administration
1
6% of total
Pharmacy Services
1
6% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections 10
Complaint Investigations 8
State Comparison (MN)
Avg Citations (State)
23.2
This Facility: 18
Avg Critical (State)
0.7
This Facility: 1
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
DateSeverity ?CategoryTagStatus
Dec 12, 2024 D Resident RightsF0558 Corrected
Mar 14, 2024 D PharmacyF0755 Corrected
Mar 14, 2024 G Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Feb 01, 2024 D AdministrationF0770 Corrected
Feb 01, 2024 E Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Feb 01, 2024 D Quality of CareF0677 Corrected
Feb 01, 2024 D Quality of CareF0686 Corrected
Feb 01, 2024 D Quality of CareF0690 Corrected
Feb 01, 2024 D Resident RightsF0554 Corrected
Feb 01, 2024 C Resident RightsF0577 Corrected
May 11, 2023 J Abuse/NeglectF0600 Corrected
May 11, 2023 D Abuse/NeglectF0609 Corrected
May 11, 2023 D Resident RightsF0580 Corrected
Dec 20, 2022 G Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
Dec 02, 2022 D Abuse/NeglectF0609 Corrected
Dec 02, 2022 D Care PlanningF0656 Corrected
Oct 28, 2022 D Quality of CareF0679 Corrected
Oct 28, 2022 D Resident RightsF0585 Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Part of: Samaritan Bethany
Resident Census by Payment Source
91 Total Residents
Medicare 15 (16.5%)
Medicaid 36 (39.6%)
Private Pay/Other 40 (44%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality Measures

CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)

High-Risk Clinical Events
12.1 Score
9% worse than avg Minnesota avg: 11.1

Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline

Functional Decline
23.8 Score
5% worse than avg Minnesota avg: 22.6

Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
18.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
4.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
0.7%
Depressive Symptoms
1.2%
Falls with Major Injury
2.5%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
96.5%
Antipsychotic Use
8.5%
Walking Ability Worsened
26.1%
Influenza Vaccine
94.9%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
9.4%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
27.1%
Short-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).

Pneumococcal Vaccine
88.6% Near average Minnesota: 88.9%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
0.3% 84% better than avg Minnesota: 1.9%
Influenza Vaccine
70.6% 15% worse than avg Minnesota: 82.6%

Penalties & Fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total Fines $43K Minnesota avg: $44K Near average
Number of Fines 2 Minnesota avg: 2.0
Payment Denials 1 3 total days
Compared to Minnesota Average Facility: $43K | Minnesota Avg: $44K
Penalty History

Showing all 3 penalties (May 2023 - Mar 2024)

Mar 14, 2024 Civil Money Penalty
$28K
Mar 14, 2024 Payment Denial
3 days
May 11, 2023 Civil Money Penalty
$15K

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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Minnesota Seniors

Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Elderly Waiver
  • General: Age 65+, Minnesota resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $3,000 (individual, higher than most states).
  • MN Specifics: Higher asset limit; rural access focus.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$70/day), home aides.
Essential Community Supports (ECS)
  • General: Age 65+, Minnesota resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
  • Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, varies).
  • Asset Limits: $3,000 (individual).
  • MN Specifics: Bridges gap for those ineligible for waivers.
  • Services: In-home support (2-4 hours/week), respite (up to 5 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).
Alternative Care (AC) Program
Minnesota Alternative Care Program
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+, Minnesota resident, NFLOC, not MA-eligible.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,255-$2,829/month (100%-300% FPL); sliding scale copays.
  • Asset Limits: $3,000 (individual); home equity limit $713,000.
  • MN Specifics: CDCS option; statewide via counties.
  • Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~5 days/year), home health, meals, home mods.
Minnesota Senior Health Options (MSHO)
Minnesota Senior Health Options
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+, Minnesota resident, eligible for MA and Medicare Parts A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,255/month (100% FPL for MA); spenddown allowed.
  • Asset Limits: $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
  • MN Specifics: 7 health plans (e.g., UCare, HealthPartners); care coordinator assigned.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, respite, adult day care, home mods, $900/year groceries (some plans).
Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+)
Minnesota Senior Care Plus
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+, Minnesota resident, MA-eligible, not on Medicare.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,255/month (100% FPL); spenddown allowed.
  • Asset Limits: $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
  • MN Specifics: Includes EW services; 7 health plans available.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite, adult day care, home mods, limited nursing home care.
Consumer Support Grant (CSG)
Minnesota Consumer Support Grant
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Minnesota resident, eligible for MA personal care but opts for grant.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,255/month (MA-eligible); spenddown allowed.
  • Asset Limits: $3,000 (individual).
  • MN Specifics: Can hire family; statewide via counties.
  • Services: Cash (~$500-$1,500/month) for personal care, respite, home mods, assistive tech.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Minnesota Medicare Savings Program
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Minnesota resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
  • Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • MN Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Minnesota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Minnesota resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
  • Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
  • Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
  • MN Specifics: High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Minnesota Seniors

Minnesota Medicaid EW

Elderly Waiver

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Minnesota resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $3,000 (individual, higher than most states).
  • MN Specifics:
    Higher asset limit; rural access focus.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$70/day), home aides.
Minnesota ECS

Essential Community Supports (ECS)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Minnesota resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
  • Income Limits:
    ~$1,732/month (individual, varies).
  • Asset Limits:
    $3,000 (individual).
  • MN Specifics:
    Bridges gap for those ineligible for waivers.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home support (2-4 hours/week), respite (up to 5 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).
Minnesota Alternative Care Program

Alternative Care (AC) Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Minnesota resident, NFLOC, not MA-eligible.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,255-$2,829/month (100%-300% FPL); sliding scale copays.
  • Asset Limits:
    $3,000 (individual); home equity limit $713,000.
  • MN Specifics:
    CDCS option; statewide via counties.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~5 days/year), home health, meals, home mods.
Minnesota Senior Health Options

Minnesota Senior Health Options (MSHO)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Minnesota resident, eligible for MA and Medicare Parts A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,255/month (100% FPL for MA); spenddown allowed.
  • Asset Limits:
    $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
  • MN Specifics:
    7 health plans (e.g., UCare, HealthPartners); care coordinator assigned.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, respite, adult day care, home mods, $900/year groceries (some plans).
Minnesota Senior Care Plus

Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Minnesota resident, MA-eligible, not on Medicare.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,255/month (100% FPL); spenddown allowed.
  • Asset Limits:
    $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
  • MN Specifics:
    Includes EW services; 7 health plans available.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite, adult day care, home mods, limited nursing home care.
Minnesota Consumer Support Grant

Consumer Support Grant (CSG)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Minnesota resident, eligible for MA personal care but opts for grant.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,255/month (MA-eligible); spenddown allowed.
  • Asset Limits:
    $3,000 (individual).
  • MN Specifics:
    Can hire family; statewide via counties.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash (~$500-$1,500/month) for personal care, respite, home mods, assistive tech.
Minnesota Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Minnesota resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
  • Asset Limits:
    $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • MN Specifics:
    Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Minnesota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Minnesota resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
  • Asset Limits:
    ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
  • MN Specifics:
    High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
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