612 HENRY CLAY AVENUE, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118
Phone: (504)896-5900
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 142 | Est. Occupancy: 76% (~34 available)
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NEW ORLEANS has 8 nonprofit nursing homes (72.7% of facilities)—well above the national average of 24%. Research shows nonprofits earn five-star ratings twice as often as for-profits, making NEW ORLEANS an attractive market for quality-conscious families.
Nursing home costs in NEW ORLEANS, 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. Some facilities also participate in Veterans Aid & Attendance programs for qualifying veterans and spouses.
NEW ORLEANS's nursing homes include 27.3% for-profit, 72.7% nonprofit facilities.
Start by touring the 1 five-star facilities in NEW ORLEANS, which represent the top 9.1% by CMS quality metrics. Consider the 8 nonprofit facilities—research shows nonprofits earn five-star ratings at twice the rate of for-profits nationwide. Note that 11 facilities (100%) have documented abuse violations—review inspection reports carefully before deciding.
All nursing homes in NEW ORLEANS 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.
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612 HENRY CLAY AVENUE, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118
Phone: (504)896-5900
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 142 | Est. Occupancy: 76% (~34 available)
3701 BEHRMAN PLACE, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70114
Phone: (504)367-5640
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 120 | Est. Occupancy: 94% (~8 available)
4502 GENERAL MEYER AVENUE, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70131
Phone: (504)361-7923
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 108 | Est. Occupancy: 119%
450A S CLAIBORNE AVE, FL 6, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Phone: (504)895-3953
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 116 | Est. Occupancy: 70% (~35 available)
6900 CHEF MENTEUR HWY, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70126
Phone: (504)241-6285
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 155 | Est. Occupancy: 49% (~79 available)
4021 RONEAGLE WAY, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70122
Phone: (504)246-7900
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 127 | Est. Occupancy: 87% (~16 available)
2832 BURDETTE STREET, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70125
Phone: (504)866-2741
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 171 | Est. Occupancy: 90% (~17 available)
3525 BIENVILLE ST, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70119
Phone: (504)279-6414
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 112 | Est. Occupancy: 91% (~10 available)
5600 GENERAL DEGAULLE DR, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70131
Phone: (504)394-5991
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 136 | Est. Occupancy: 93% (~9 available)
5919 MAGAZINE STREET, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70115
Phone: (504)897-6216
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 96 | Est. Occupancy: 66% (~33 available)
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