5550 THOMAS ROAD, BATON ROUGE, LA 70811
Phone: (225)774-2141
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 145 | Est. Occupancy: 61% (~56 available)
NonprofitCMS Rating: 4/5 Stars
Last Updated: December 2025
27
Nursing Homes
2.0
Average Rating
4
4+ Star Facilities
📊BATON ROUGE Senior Population
225,500
Total Population
31.9
Median Age
14.3%
Age 65+ (32,134)
4,101
Age 85+
Census Context: BATON ROUGE's senior population of 32,134represents 14.3% of residents, providing important context for understanding local demand for quality nursing home care.
Top 10 Nursing Homes in BATON ROUGE
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About Nursing Homes in BATON ROUGE
BATON ROUGE's 27 nursing homes average 131 certified beds, indicating larger facilities with potentially more specialized services. The city's average quality rating of 2 stars shows that facility size doesn't necessarily compromise care quality.
BATON ROUGE Quick Facts:
- •3.7% five-star rate (below the national average of 18.9%)
- •48.1% chain-owned facilities (national average: 76%)
- •5 nonprofit facilities (18.5% of market)
- •100% of facilities have abuse violations
- •Average facility size: 131 beds (larger facilities)
Nursing Home Costs in BATON ROUGE
Nursing home costs in the Baton Rouge area average $250-$280/day ($7,500-$8,400/month) for skilled nursing care (7% above the Louisiana state average), according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. Louisiana overall is 24% below the national median. Most facilities accept Medicare for short-term rehabilitation (up to 100 days), private insurance, and Medicaid for eligible residents. Some facilities also participate in Veterans Aid & Attendance programs for qualifying veterans and spouses.
Market Overview
BATON ROUGE's nursing homes include 77.8% for-profit, 18.5% nonprofit, 3.7% government-owned facilities.
Choosing a Nursing Home in BATON ROUGE
Start by touring the 1 five-star facilities in BATON ROUGE, which represent the top 3.7% by CMS quality metrics. Note that 27 facilities (100%) have documented abuse violations—review inspection reports carefully before deciding.
All nursing homes in BATON ROUGE are licensed and inspected by the Louisiana Department of Health. Louisiana Medicaid covers nursing home care for eligible Louisiana residents. For advocacy and complaints, contact the Louisiana Long-Term Care Ombudsman at 1-866-632-0922. Louisiana law requires nursing homes to maintain minimum staffing ratios, conduct quarterly inspections, and report all incidents to state authorities. Families can file complaints with the Louisiana Long-Term Care Ombudsman program, which investigates concerns about quality of care, resident rights, and facility conditions.
All Nursing Homes in BATON ROUGE
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Showing 27 of 27 facilities in BATON ROUGE
3600 FLORIDA BLVD., BATON ROUGE, LA 70806
Phone: (225)387-7161
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 2 | Est. Occupancy: 1460%
NonprofitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars
4250 ESSEN LANE, BATON ROUGE, LA 70809
Phone: (225)926-0091
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 174 | Est. Occupancy: 30% (~122 available)
NonprofitCMS Rating: 4/5 Stars
9105 OXFORD PLACE DRIVE, BATON ROUGE, LA 70809
Phone: (225)293-1003
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 144 | Est. Occupancy: 83% (~24 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 4/5 Stars
8340 BARINGER FOREMAN ROAD., BATON ROUGE, LA 70817
Phone: (225)753-3203
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 136 | Est. Occupancy: 91% (~12 available)
GovernmentCMS Rating: 3/5 Stars
5550 THOMAS ROAD, BATON ROUGE, LA 70811
Phone: (225)774-2141
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 145 | Est. Occupancy: 61% (~57 available)
NonprofitCMS Rating: 2/5 Stars
333 LEE DRIVE, BATON ROUGE, LA 70808
Phone: (225)490-3252
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 90 | Est. Occupancy: 59% (~37 available)
NonprofitCMS Rating: 2/5 Stars
14333 OLD HAMMOND HWY., BATON ROUGE, LA 70816
Phone: (225)272-1401
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 129 | Est. Occupancy: 77% (~30 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 2/5 Stars
18180 JEFFERSON HWY, BATON ROUGE, LA 70817
Phone: (225)291-8474
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 144 | Est. Occupancy: 99% (~2 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 3/5 Stars
8225 SUMMA AVENUE, BATON ROUGE, LA 70809
Phone: (225)766-0130
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 172 | Est. Occupancy: 82% (~30 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 2/5 Stars
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