Nursing Home Providers by State
Select your state to explore nursing home providers options, costs, and resources available in your area.
Understanding Nursing Home Care
Nursing homes are full-time skilled nursing facilities that provide 24/7 medical care, rehabilitation services, and daily living assistance for seniors with complex health needs. They are staffed by licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants who can manage chronic conditions, administer medications, and provide wound care and other medical treatments. Nursing homes are best suited for individuals who require a level of medical supervision that cannot be safely provided at home or in an assisted living setting. When evaluating nursing homes, pay close attention to staffing ratios, CMS star ratings, and state inspection history, as these are among the strongest predictors of care quality.
Medicare may cover short-term nursing home stays (up to 100 days) following a qualifying hospital stay of at least three days, while Medicaid covers long-term nursing home care for eligible residents who meet income and asset requirements. Private pay and long-term care insurance are also common payment methods.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does nursing home care cost?
The national median cost for a semi-private room in a nursing home is approximately $8,000–$9,500 per month, though costs vary significantly by state and region. Private rooms typically cost 10–20% more. Medicaid is the largest payer of long-term nursing home care in the United States.
How do I choose a good nursing home?
Start by reviewing the facility’s CMS star ratings on Medicare’s Care Compare website, which rates nursing homes on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. Visit in person, observe staff interactions with residents, ask about staffing ratios, and review recent state inspection reports for any deficiencies or complaints.
Does Medicare or Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Medicare covers short-term skilled nursing facility stays (up to 100 days) after a qualifying three-day hospital stay, but does not cover long-term custodial care. Medicaid covers long-term nursing home care for individuals who meet financial eligibility requirements, which vary by state. Many residents initially pay privately and transition to Medicaid once their assets are spent down.