300 WEST HIGHWAY 6, WACO, TX 76712
Phone: (254)761-8500
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 165 | Est. Occupancy: 92% (~14 available)
NonprofitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars
Last Updated: November 2025
13
Nursing Homes
1.9
Average Rating
1
4+ Star Facilities
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About Nursing Homes in WACO
WACO's 13 nursing homes average 137 certified beds, indicating larger facilities with potentially more specialized services. The city's average quality rating of 1.9 stars shows that facility size doesn't necessarily compromise care quality.
WACO Quick Facts:
- •7.7% five-star rate (below the national average of 18.9%)
- •84.6% chain-owned facilities (national average: 76%)
- •1 nonprofit facilities (7.7% of market)
- •100% of facilities have abuse violations
Nursing Home Costs in WACO
Nursing home costs in WACO, 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
WACO's nursing homes include 84.6% for-profit, 7.7% nonprofit, 7.7% government-owned facilities.
Choosing a Nursing Home in WACO
Start by touring the 1 five-star facilities in WACO, which represent the top 7.7% by CMS quality metrics. Note that 13 facilities (100%) have documented abuse violations—review inspection reports carefully before deciding.
All nursing homes in WACO 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.
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Showing 13 of 13 facilities in WACO
9101 PANTHER WAY, WACO, TX 76712
Phone: (254)537-9200
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 120 | Est. Occupancy: 62% (~46 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 3/5 Stars
7501 BAGBY AVE., WACO, TX 76712
Phone: (254)666-8003
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 120 | Est. Occupancy: 84% (~20 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 3/5 Stars
1900 W STATE HWY 6, WACO, TX 76712
Phone: (254)776-9681
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 90 | Est. Occupancy: 77% (~20 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 2/5 Stars
820 JEFFREY DR, WACO, TX 76710
Phone: (254)772-9480
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 95 | Est. Occupancy: 67% (~32 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 2/5 Stars
1400 LAKE SHORE DR, WACO, TX 76708
Phone: (254)753-0291
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 192 | Est. Occupancy: 51% (~95 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 2/5 Stars
1700 WOODGATE DRIVE, WACO, TX 76712
Phone: (254)666-5454
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 120 | Est. Occupancy: 88% (~15 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 2/5 Stars
2501 MAPLE AVE, WACO, TX 76707
Phone: (254)752-0311
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 202 | Est. Occupancy: 27% (~147 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 1/5 Stars
2320 LAKE SHORE DR, WACO, TX 76708
Phone: (254)752-1075
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 151 | Est. Occupancy: 82% (~27 available)
GovernmentCMS Rating: 1/5 Stars
2430 MARKET PLACE DRIVE, WACO, TX 76711
Phone: (254)981-7900
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 123 | Est. Occupancy: 51% (~61 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 1/5 Stars
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