Last Updated: December 2025

🏆 Top 25 Nursing Homes in Louisiana

View our comprehensive rankings of the highest quality facilities in Louisiana, based on CMS data, staffing, safety, and quality measures.

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Louisiana at a Glance

345
Total Facilities
2.3
Average Rating
N/A
Avg RN Hours/Day
N/A%
Avg Turnover Rate

CMS Star Rating Distribution

(5-Star)
30
8.7%
(4-Star)
41
11.9%
(3-Star)
68
19.7%
(2-Star)
78
22.6%
(1-Star)
124
35.9%

About Nursing Homes in Louisiana

Louisiana has 345 Medicare-certified nursing homes with an average quality rating of 2.3 stars. 30 facilities (8.7%) earn the top five-star rating.

All nursing homes in Louisiana are regulated by state and federal agencies, undergo regular CMS inspections, and must meet federal quality standards. Use our search tool to compare facilities based on Medicare ratings, staffing levels, quality measures, and safety records.

Nursing Home Costs in Louisiana

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Statewide Average

Nursing home costs in Louisiana average $246-$250 per day ($7,380-$7,500/month) for skilled nursing care, which is 24% 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.

Cost Variation by Metro Area

We have city-level cost data for 9 metro areas in Louisiana. Costs can vary significantly by location:

Alexandria
$279-$300/day ($8,370-$9,000/month)
Baton Rouge
$250-$280/day ($7,500-$8,400/month)
Houma
$256/day (private, ~$7,680/month)
Lafayette
$187-$192/day ($5,610-$5,760/month)
Lake Charles
$245-$255/day ($7,350-$7,650/month)
Monroe
$175-$185/day ($5,250-$5,550/month)

+ 3 more metro areas with cost data

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Browse by City in Louisiana

View nursing homes in specific cities across Louisiana. Each city page shows facilities ranked by quality.

BATON ROUGE
22 facilities
SHREVEPORT
21 facilities
NEW ORLEANS
11 facilities
BOSSIER CITY
9 facilities
LAFAYETTE
8 facilities

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See our expert rankings of the best facilities in major cities across Louisiana.

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All Nursing Homes in Louisiana

Filter and sort facilities below. Default ranking uses our composite quality score, which combines CMS ratings, staffing quality, safety records, and compliance history.

Showing 345 of 345 facilities in Louisiana

LASALLE NURSING HOME

139 NINTH STREET, JENA, LA 71342

Phone: (318)992-6627

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 133 | Est. Occupancy: 46% (~72 available)

GovernmentCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

AUDUBON HEALTH AND REHAB

2110 AUDUBON AVENUE, THIBODAUX, LA 70301

Phone: (985)446-3109

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 172 | Est. Occupancy: 67% (~57 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

CHRISTWOOD

100 CHRISTWOOD BLVD., COVINGTON, LA 70433

Phone: (985)898-0515

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 30 | Est. Occupancy: 84% (~5 available)

NonprofitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

PRINCETON PLACE-RUSTON

1405 WHITE STREET, RUSTON, LA 71270

Phone: (318)255-4400

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 123 | Est. Occupancy: 56% (~54 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars
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📚 Expert Guides to Evaluating Nursing Homes

Learn how to interpret quality ratings and staffing metrics with our data-driven guides based on 14,751 facilities nationwide.

The Truth About Star Ratings

Only 18.9% of facilities earn 5 stars. Learn what ratings really mean and how to use them effectively.

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Understanding Staffing Levels

Louisiana averages N/A RN hours/day. Learn what staffing metrics reveal about care quality.

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Facility Tour Checklist

Essential questions to ask and red flags to watch for when visiting Louisiana facilities.

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Warning Signs of Neglect

Critical red flags that indicate neglect, abuse, or substandard care at any facility.

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Decoding CMS Data

Learn how to read health inspections, quality measures, and compliance reports.

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