District of Columbia · CMS Data August 2026
Nursing Homes That Accept Medicaid in District of Columbia
Where Are the Nursing Homes That Accept Medicaid in District of Columbia?
CMS Care Compare lists 17 Medicaid-certified nursing homes in District of Columbia, out of 17 certified nursing homes (data from August 2026). The most are in Washington (17). 7 of them are rated 4 or 5 stars overall.
- Matching homes
- 17
- All homes in District of Columbia
- 17
- Rated 4 or 5 stars
- 7
- Average overall stars
- 3.4
How this list is made: CMS lists the home as certified for Medicaid (or for both Medicare and Medicaid). Certification means the home can bill Medicaid; ask whether a Medicaid bed is open. Homes are ordered by CMS's overall rating, then its inspection rating.
- 16Also Medicare certified
- 10Nonprofit
- 6No fines or payment denials
- 7Has a family council
All 17, by CMS Rating
| Nursing home | City | Overall | Inspections | Staffing | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeanne Jugan Residence | Washington | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Lisner Louise Dickson Hurthome | Washington | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Forest Hills of DC | Washington | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Sibley Mem Hosp Renaissance | Washington | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 |
| Knollwood Hsc | Washington | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| Serenity Rehabilitation and Health Center LLC | Washington | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| Unique Rehabilitation and Health Center LLC | Washington | 4 | 2 | 5 | 5 |
| The Hsc Pediatric Skilled Nursing Facility | Washington | 3 | 4 | 1 | |
| Ingleside at Rock Creek | Washington | 3 | 3 | 1 | 5 |
| Inspire Rehabilitation and Health Center LLC | Washington | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 |
| Stoddard Baptist Nursing Home | Washington | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| Bridgepoint Subacute and Rehab Capitol Hill | Washington | 3 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| Washington Ctr for Aging Svcs | Washington | 3 | 2 | 5 | 4 |
| Harborside Health & Rehabilitation | Washington | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Ascension Living Carroll Manor | Washington | 2 | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Deanwood Rehabilitation and Wellness Center | Washington | 2 | 1 | 5 | 4 |
| Capitol City Rehab and Healthcare Center | Washington | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4 |
Stars are out of 5; blank cells are ratings CMS doesn't report for that home.
Matching Homes by City
| City | Matching homes | 4 or 5 stars |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing homes in Washington | 17 | 7 |
More About This List
Read how Medicaid pays for nursing home care. For assisted living and memory care rules, Medicaid limits and the ombudsman, see senior care in District of Columbia. For local services, call the Eldercare Locator at 1-800-677-1116.
Other lists for District of Columbia: highest-rated nursing homes in District of Columbia, nonprofit nursing homes in District of Columbia, nursing homes with low antipsychotic use in District of Columbia.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Nursing Homes That Accept Medicaid Are in District of Columbia?
17 of the 17 CMS-certified nursing homes in District of Columbia meet this rule: CMS lists the home as certified for Medicaid (or for both Medicare and Medicaid). Certification means the home can bill Medicaid; ask whether a Medicaid bed is open.
Which Nursing Home That Accept Medicaid in District of Columbia Rates Highest?
By CMS's overall rating, then its inspection rating, Jeanne Jugan Residence in Washington (5 stars), Lisner Louise Dickson Hurthome in Washington (5 stars) and Forest Hills of DC in Washington (5 stars) rank highest. Visit and check the latest inspection report before you decide.
What Are District of Columbia's Medicaid Limits for Nursing Home Care?
District of Columbia lists an income limit of Special Income Standard (SIS): 300% of the SSI federal benefit rate, $2982.00 (2026). Spend Down: Medically Needy income (MNIL) $856.90 for individuals and $902.00 for a household of 2 or more for 2026. and an asset limit of $4,000 for one person or $6,000 for a married couple for 2026. A Medicaid-certified home can still have no Medicaid bed open, so ask when you call.
How Do You Check a Nursing Home in District of Columbia?
Read its Care Compare page for the full inspection reports, visit at different times, and ask about staffing and openings. District of Columbia's Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman can answer questions about residents' rights.