Page 16 of Best Nursing Homes in Louisiana

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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 2.4/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Louisiana. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 2.4/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Louisiana. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Louisiana. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Louisiana average is: 47.8% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation of Morgan City
NH
HOS
SNF
Morgan City
88
Facility 88
LA AVG 126
Rank #161 / 190
91.5%
Facility 91.5%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #20 / 169
+26%
3.49
Facility 3.49
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #136 / 195
-79%-16%
$109.4k
Facility $109.4k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #162 / 202
33
Facility 33
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #151 / 202
5.5
Facility 5.5
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #169 / 202
281-
45
Facility 45
LA AVG 39
Rank #75 / 213
Morgan City Opco, L.l.c
$7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #149 / 195
$3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #158 / 195
42%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 42%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.8%
Rank #142 / 194
195386
Metairie Health Care Center
NH
MC
SNF
Metairie (Jefferson Parish)
202
Facility 202
LA AVG 126
Rank #7 / 190
43.7%
Facility 43.7%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #162 / 169
-40%
3.36
Facility 3.36
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #139 / 195
-62%-19%
$132.9k
Facility $132.9k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #172 / 202
38
Facility 38
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #162 / 202
6.3
Facility 6.3
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #188 / 202
388-
42
Facility 42
LA AVG 39
Rank #86 / 213
Metairie Operations LLC
$8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #109 / 195
$4.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #97 / 195
48.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 48.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.8%
Rank #72 / 194
195278
Riverview Care Center
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Bossier City
135
Facility 135
LA AVG 126
Rank #78 / 190
74.7%
Facility 74.7%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #92 / 169
+3%
4.18
Facility 4.18
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #67 / 195
-15%+1%
$24.3k
Facility $24.3k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #91 / 202
25
Facility 25
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #103 / 202
4.2
Facility 4.2
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #103 / 202
4101-
23
Facility 23
LA AVG 39
Rank #157 / 213
James Manasco$13.0M*Fiscal year ending 09/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.$5.0M*Fiscal year ending 09/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.38.4%*Fiscal year ending 09/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.195497
Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation of Winnsboro
NH
HOS
SNF
Winnsboro (Franklin Parish)
150
Facility 150
LA AVG 126
Rank #45 / 190
56.9%
Facility 56.9%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #137 / 169
-21%
3.64
Facility 3.64
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #126 / 195
-2%-12%
$168.0k
Facility $168.0k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #179 / 202
28
Facility 28
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #144 / 202
4.0
Facility 4.0
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #117 / 202
385-
27
Facility 27
LA AVG 39
Rank #141 / 213
Winnsboro Opco LLC
$5.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #169 / 195
$3.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #151 / 195
53.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 53.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.8%
Rank #36 / 194
195392
Claiborne Healthcare Center
NH
RC
SNF
Shreveport (Caddo Parish)
81
Facility 81
LA AVG 126
Rank #163 / 190
77.9%
Facility 77.9%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #76 / 169
+8%
4.12
Facility 4.12
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #75 / 195
-8%-1%
$128.9k
Facility $128.9k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #166 / 202
39
Facility 39
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #171 / 202
3.6
Facility 3.6
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #103 / 202
563-
43
Facility 43
LA AVG 39
Rank #83 / 213
Nexion Health At Claiborne, Inc
$6.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #165 / 195
$2.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #162 / 195
44.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 44.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.8%
Rank #112 / 194
195316
Heritage Healthcare of Hammond
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Hammond (Tangipahoa Parish)
108
Facility 108
LA AVG 126
Rank #130 / 190
77.8%
Facility 77.8%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #79 / 169
+7%
2.88
Facility 2.88
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #179 / 195
-74%-30%
$13.7k
Facility $13.7k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #107 / 202
31
Facility 31
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #148 / 202
5.2
Facility 5.2
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #163 / 202
184-
36
Facility 36
LA AVG 39
Rank #107 / 213
Plantation Management Company, LLC
$7.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #132 / 195
$3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #121 / 195
49.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 49.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.8%
Rank #60 / 194
195526
Ferncrest Manor
NH
RC
SNF
New Orleans
200
Facility 200
LA AVG 126
Rank #8 / 190
66.4%
Facility 66.4%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #110 / 169
-8%- +5%-
$402.9k
Facility $402.9k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #197 / 202
60
Facility 60
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #199 / 202
5.5
Facility 5.5
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #163 / 202
6133A+-Lexis Nunez
$9.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #92 / 195
$6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #28 / 195
62.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 62.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.8%
Rank #8 / 194
195214
Alpine Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
NH
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Ruston (Lincoln Parish)
144
Facility 144
LA AVG 126
Rank #60 / 190
80.4%
Facility 80.4%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #56 / 169
+11%
2.57
Facility 2.57
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #191 / 195
-51%-38%
$0
Facility $0
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #1 / 202
20
Facility 20
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #74 / 202
5.0
Facility 5.0
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #159 / 202
-116A+-Pmg Opco-Alpine LLC
$14.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #25 / 195
$4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #99 / 195
29.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 29.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.8%
Rank #191 / 194
195538
The Pines Retirement Center
NH
Baton Rouge
45
Facility 45
LA AVG 126
Rank #187 / 190
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4.35
Facility 4.35
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #59 / 195
-32%+5%
$175.0k
Facility $175.0k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #181 / 202
68
Facility 68
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #198 / 202
5.7
Facility 5.7
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #155 / 202
357A+
21
Facility 21
LA AVG 39
Rank #163 / 213
Joel Stewart
$5.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #172 / 195
$2.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #184 / 195
40.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 40.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.8%
Rank #160 / 194
195512
Center Point Health Care and Rehab
NH
HOS
MC
RC
SNF
Baton Rouge (South Baton Rouge)
172
Facility 172
LA AVG 126
Rank #21 / 190
86.0%
Facility 86.0%
LA AVG 72.4%
Rank #36 / 169
+19%
4.14
Facility 4.14
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #75 / 195
-81%0%
$0
Facility $0
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #1 / 202
52
Facility 52
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #177 / 202
5.2
Facility 5.2
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #179 / 202
-148-
41
Facility 41
LA AVG 39
Rank #94 / 213
8225 Br Snf, LLC
$13.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $9.8M
Rank #35 / 195
$5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG $4.5M
Rank #35 / 195
42.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 42.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
LA AVG 47.8%
Rank #139 / 194
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Overview of Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation of Morgan City

Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation of Morgan City is a nursing home in Morgan City, Louisiana, providing hospice care and skilled nursing. Skilled nursing means licensed nurses are on site around the clock, while hospice care supports residents with end of life needs. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs ongoing nursing care or hospice services in one setting.

The home has 88 beds and provides long term care and rehabilitation services, including a Rehab to Home program. Ongoing care is available for residents who need it, while rehabilitation supports those working toward returning home. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 29 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare is generally used for eligible short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while Medicaid may help with longer term care for eligible residents. Transportation, a beauty salon and barber shop, and religious services are available on site or through the community, giving residents access to organized rides, personal grooming, and worship services. Morgan City Opco operates the community.

Contact Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation of Morgan City

Overview of Metairie Health Care Center

Metairie Health Care Center is located on Riverside Drive in Metairie, Louisiana, a residential area just west of New Orleans. Metairie Operations LLC runs this 202-bed home, which handles billing through standard methods like Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds. The surrounding street layout scores a 42 for walkability, so family members and visitors will generally need a car to get around and run errands.

A typical stay here lasts around 183 days. This timeline shapes the daily routine, blending short-term rehab for people recovering from surgery or hospital stays with ongoing care for permanent residents. The nursing team covers the floor around the clock, averaging about four hours of direct care for each resident every day. They have the medical setup to manage complex tasks on-site, including IV therapy, wound healing, physician-directed care, and secure memory tracking in the specialized Serenity Trace unit.

The building features semi-private rooms, an integrated security system, and free Wi-Fi to keep residents connected with family. To save people from stressful trips out to local clinics, the building has its own lab work and X-ray services, alongside a facility van for off-site appointments. Every day, the crew looks after all room cleaning and personal laundry, keeping life organized around family training programs and community re-entry support.

Interested individuals can see how the home coordinates everyday medical needs, like on-site blood work, X-ray imaging, and targeted physical therapy. The community pairs these medical services with standard provisions, including secure dementia support, internet access, family involvement programs, and dedicated resident transportation.

Contact Metairie Health Care Center

Overview of Riverview Care Center

Situated in Bossier City, Louisiana, Riverview Care Center is a Skilled Nursing Facility that offers a warm and inviting haven to senior residents. It is designed to accommodate those seeking short-term rehabilitation or those who can no longer safely reside alone.

Their all-encompassing, holistic approach to care fosters the physical, spiritual, and emotional well-being of residents, all within a comfortable and elegant environment that they can proudly call home. This is more than just a facility, it’s a community that radiates joy and dignity.

Contact Riverview Care Center

Overview of Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation of Winnsboro

Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation of Winnsboro is a 150 bed nursing home in Winnsboro, Louisiana, offering hospice care and skilled nursing. Long term care is available for residents who need ongoing nursing support, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care, and respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Nurse staffing totals 3 hours and 38 minutes per resident each day, which is the daily amount of nursing time allocated to each resident. Payment options include Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay. Medicaid can help when savings do not cover a long stay, Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, and private pay means the family pays directly.

Rehabilitation services are available within the community, so residents can receive therapy without arranging care at another facility. Transportation to medical appointments helps residents get to scheduled medical visits. An on site beauty salon and barber shop provide grooming services within the community, while the enclosed courtyard and recreational area offer outdoor space for recreation.

Daily activities and weekly religious services create scheduled opportunities for participation. Restaurant style dining gives residents a dedicated setting for meals. Winnsboro Opco operates the community, and Daniel Lang is the director. Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation of Winnsboro may be a good fit for a resident who needs ongoing nursing care, hospice support, or a short term respite stay.

Contact Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation of Winnsboro

Overview of Claiborne Healthcare Center

Julie Fox-Cash owns Claiborne Healthcare Center, an 81-bed nursing home on Claiborne Avenue in Shreveport, Louisiana. Billing operations run through standard pathways like private pay, Medicare, and Medicaid. The building runs at an 80 percent occupancy rate, and with a neighborhood Walk Score of 43, family members and visitors will mostly need a car to reach the facility.

Stays at the home average about 130 days, showing that the daily workflow splits time between temporary rehabilitation and permanent skilled nursing care. To look after everyday health needs, the 24-hour floor staff provides an average of 4 hours and 11 minutes of total nursing care per resident each day. Out of that time, nurse aides give 3 hours and 1 minute of direct, hands-on assistance.

Medical services focus on clinical needs, offering on-site rehabilitation therapy alongside specialty tracks like addiction recovery and home health services. The layout features basic common rooms, resident dining halls, and visiting spaces where the staff manages all personal care and daily building maintenance.

Interested families can evaluate how the facility coordinates daily clinical resources like intravenous therapy, specialized rehabilitation services, and continuous nursing care. The community pairs these medical tracks with standard services, including dietary options, scheduled recreational activities, home-style dining, and community home health connections.

Contact Claiborne Healthcare Center

Overview of Heritage Healthcare of Hammond

Located on Derek Drive in Hammond, Louisiana, Heritage Healthcare of Hammond is a skilled nursing facility serving residents who need ongoing nursing care and rehabilitation. The community is owned and managed by Plantation Management Company. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, which provides families with multiple options to cover the cost of care.

The 108-bed facility has an occupancy rate of 78%, and most residents stay an average of 176 days. This occupancy level allows the community to maintain steady operations while accommodating residents’ needs. Daily nurse staffing averages about 3 hours and 4 minutes per resident. There are dedicated registered nurses and licensed nursing aides who provide direct clinical care as a core part of each resident’s care plan.

Rehabilitation services are available to residents recovering from illness or hospitalization, as well as specialized care for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and related memory concerns. Therapy services are also available to support residents’ recovery and mobility goals. The community’s staffing structure and service mix reflect a focus on post-acute rehabilitation and longer-term skilled nursing support.

The facility has amenities that serve both residents and visiting family. These include beauty salon services, Wi-Fi access, cable TV, and phone connections that support comfort and communication. Residents can enjoy flexible visiting hours, chaplain visits, and recreational activity programs. They also have access to courtyards for outdoor time.

Laundry and housekeeping services, dietary support, a hydration program, and scheduled transportation to medical appointments are provided within the community. Family and resident councils offer residents and loved ones opportunities to have a voice during their stay.

Hammond’s walkability score is 36 out of 100. The neighborhood requires transportation for most errands and appointments. Visiting family members will need to drive rather than walk to access nearby services. However, this may appeal to those seeking a quieter residential setting with minimal foot traffic.

Contact Heritage Healthcare of Hammond

Overview of Ferncrest Manor

Ferncrest Manor Living Center is a nursing home that excels in providing quality-care. The nursing home is committed to assisting its residents with their everyday living in a way that’s hassle-free and rewarding. Ferncrest practices its person-centered approach with enriching activities that contribute to a high success rate for recovery.  
Nursing home residents receive quality therapy and other specific treatment plans that also can protect and serve the needs of its seniors. Personal care and assistance with everyday living are supported by the staff. Residents are encouraged to take part in stimulating social activities such as art and crafts, bingo, card games, and field trips. 

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Overview of Alpine Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation

Pmg Opco-Alpine LLC runs Alpine Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation, a 144-bed facility right on North Service Road in Ruston, Louisiana. The home takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay to cover care costs. Because the location relies heavily on highway driving, family members and visitors will need a car to reach the building or run errands.

Stays here average about 139 days, showing a faster turnaround that favors short-term post-hospital therapy alongside traditional long-term care. To keep up with daily medical needs, the nursing team puts in an average of 3 hours and 15 minutes of total care per resident each day. This 24-hour setup handles specialized recovery tracks like cardiac rehabilitation, pulmonary care, post-op orthopedics, and negative pressure wound therapy, as well as outpatient therapy and temporary respite stays.

For daily routines, the kitchen serves fresh menus featuring familiar favorites like meatloaf, catfish, and pot roast. The layout includes private guest rooms, common lounges, and an on-site barber and beauty shop. The activities director organizes a weekly social calendar with parties, performances, holiday celebrations, and group outings, while the facility van handles transportation to medical appointments.

Older adults can access specialized physical therapy programs, multi-stage clinical recovery tracks, and temporary respite services. The internal schedule balances these medical offerings with three daily meals, scheduled recreational outings, holiday parties, and on-site grooming services. Living areas are equipped with complimentary Wi-Fi and private spaces for guests, backed by dedicated appointment transit and continuous personal care support managed entirely by the facility staff.

Contact Alpine Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation

Overview of The Pines Retirement Center

The Pines Retirement Center is a nursing home in Baton Rouge, LA. Nursing care is provided on site around the clock, so residents can receive ongoing clinical support without leaving the home for routine nursing needs.

There are 45 beds. That smaller size may suit someone who prefers a community where staff and residents can get to know one another. Housing includes studios and one bedroom layouts. A studio provides one private living space, while a one bedroom layout separates the living and sleeping areas.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet. The Pines Retirement Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 21 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident.

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Overview of Center Point Health Care and Rehab

Center Point Health Care and Rehab is a 172-bed care property operating at an 86 percent occupancy rate in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Financial coverage options include standard pathways like Medicare, Medicaid, and private payments. The surrounding neighborhood carries a Walk Score of 41, meaning the immediate area is somewhat walkable for basic tasks, though visitors will generally depend on a car.

The average length of stay is 120 days, an operational timeline showing a strong orientation toward short-term post-hospital therapy alongside traditional long-term care placements. To track daily medical needs, the 24-hour floor staff provides an average of 3 hours and 48 minutes of total nursing care per resident each day, with nurse aides contributing 2 hours and 43 minutes of direct assistance. The clinical framework features an on-staff physician and physical rehabilitation tracks, while recent state inspections have noted recurring operational findings involving medication management, food service systems, nutritional protocols, and discharge planning communications.

For daily routines, the dietary team structures individualized meal planning to accommodate medical restrictions and nutritional needs. The building runs regular recreational programs alongside its specialized therapy services.

Prospective residents can tap into specialized physical therapy programs, on-site physician oversight, and structured nutritional care tracking. Residential spaces are arranged alongside shared activity areas and visiting lounges, backed by routine building upkeep and personal care support managed entirely by the facility staff.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
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Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Louisiana

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Louisiana?

Assisted living in Louisiana is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Louisiana Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Louisiana Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 231 nursing homes in Louisiana. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Louisiana?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Louisiana, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Louisiana?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.