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Nursing Home Cost Calculator

Nursing Home Cost

Estimate the cost of nursing home care based on room type, location, and length of stay

months

Formula

Total Cost = Monthly Base Rate x Region Modifier x Care Level Modifier x Months

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a nursing home cost per month?
The national median cost is approximately $7,500 per month for a shared room and $9,000 for a private room, though costs vary significantly by region and level of care required.
Does Medicare cover nursing home costs?
Medicare covers up to 100 days of skilled nursing care after a qualifying hospital stay, with full coverage for the first 20 days and a daily copay for days 21 through 100. It does not cover long-term custodial care.

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