Best Nursing Homes in DENTON, TX (2025)

DENTON, Texas has 6 Medicare-certified nursing homes with an average quality rating of 3 stars. 1 facilities earn the top five-star rating, while facilities average 0 RN hours per resident per day.

DENTON Quick Facts:

•16.7% five-star rate (below the national average of 18.9%)
•83.3% chain-owned facilities (national average: 76%)
•2 nonprofit facilities (33.3% of market)
•100% of facilities have abuse violations

Nursing Home Costs in DENTON

Nursing home costs in DENTON, Texas average $180-$233 per day ($5,400-$6,990/month) for skilled nursing care, which is 37% below the national median according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. 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

DENTON's nursing homes include 50% for-profit, 33.3% nonprofit, 16.7% government-owned facilities.

Choosing a Nursing Home in DENTON

Start by touring the 1 five-star facilities in DENTON, which represent the top 16.7% by CMS quality metrics. Consider the 2 nonprofit facilities—research shows nonprofits earn five-star ratings at twice the rate of for-profits nationwide. Note that 6 facilities (100%) have documented abuse violations—review inspection reports carefully before deciding.

All nursing homes in DENTON are licensed and inspected by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. Texas Medicaid covers nursing home care for eligible Texas residents. For advocacy and complaints, contact the Texas Long-Term Care Ombudsman at 1-800-252-2412. Texas 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 Texas Long-Term Care Ombudsman program, which investigates concerns about quality of care, resident rights, and facility conditions.

All Nursing Homes in DENTON

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