RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in New Orleans, LA (2026)

Compare all 11 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in New Orleans, LA, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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11Nursing Homes in New Orleans
2.5/5
Same as state avgState avg: 2.50New Orleans Avg Rating
$181K+$85K vs state avgState avg: $96KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeNew Orleans, LA

John J Hainkel Jr Home And Rehabilitation Center

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
142 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2026

Above Louisiana avg of 2.5

612 Henry Clay AvenueNew Orleans, LA 70118

(504) 896-5900

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeNew Orleans, LA

Covenant Home

Faith-based

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
96 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Above Louisiana avg of 2.5

5919 Magazine StreetNew Orleans, LA 70115

(504) 897-6216

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3No Penalties

Nursing HomeNew Orleans, LA

Our Lady Of Wisdom Community Care Center

Non-profit

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
138 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2026

Above Louisiana avg of 2.5

5600 General Degaulle DrNew Orleans, LA 70131

(504) 394-5991

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4No Penalties

Nursing HomeNew Orleans, LA

Jo Ellen Smith Convalescent Center

For-profit

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
180 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2026

Above Louisiana avg of 2.5

4502 General Meyer AvenueNew Orleans, LA 70131

(504) 361-7923

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51 Penalty

Nursing HomeNew Orleans, LA

Willow Wood At Woldenberg Village

Non-profit

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
120 BedsStandard health inspection Jul 2025

Above Louisiana avg of 2.5

3701 Behrman PlaceNew Orleans, LA 70114

(504) 367-5640

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6No Penalties

Nursing HomeNew Orleans, LA

St. Margaret's Daughters Home

For-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
112 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

Below Louisiana avg of 2.5

3525 Bienville StNew Orleans, LA 70119

(504) 279-6414

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72 Penalties

Nursing HomeNew Orleans, LA

Chateau De Notre Dame Community Care Center

Non-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
171 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2025

Below Louisiana avg of 2.5

2832 Burdette StreetNew Orleans, LA 70125

(504) 866-2741

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8No Penalties

Nursing HomeNew Orleans, LA

St Bernard Nursing & Rehab

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
127 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2025

Below Louisiana avg of 2.5

4021 Roneagle WayNew Orleans, LA 70122

(504) 246-7900

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91 Penalty

Nursing HomeNew Orleans, LA

Lafon Nursing Facility Of The Holy Family

Non-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures1.0
155 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

Below Louisiana avg of 2.5

6900 Chef Menteur HwyNew Orleans, LA 70126

(504) 241-6285

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103 Penalties

Nursing HomeNew Orleans, LA

Ferncrest Manor Living Center

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
200 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Below Louisiana avg of 2.5

14500 Haynes Blvd.New Orleans, LA 70128

(504) 246-1426

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116 Penalties

Nursing HomeNew Orleans, LA

St Jude's Health & Wellness Center

Non-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
116 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Below Louisiana avg of 2.5

450a S Claiborne Ave, Fl 6New Orleans, LA 70112

(504) 895-3953

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City report

Care landscape in New Orleans

How New Orleans compares with the rest of Louisiana on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+16.1%

    About 9% lower than the state average of 17.7%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover50.5%

    A little higher than the state average of 47.6%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability18.5%

    A little lower than the state average of 19.5%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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FAQ

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How many facilities were evaluated in New Orleans, LA?

This page evaluates 11 eligible nursing homes in New Orleans, LA and shows the top 11.

How are these rankings calculated?

Facilities are ranked by CMS overall rating first. Ties are broken by fewer penalties, then health inspection rating, then staffing rating.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use the rankings to narrow the field, then review facility profiles, confirm details directly with the provider, and get professional guidance for the care decision.

What do the CMS data and inspection dates mean?

CMS data: August 2026. The inspection date is the latest standard health inspection reported in the CMS survey summary, including inspections with no deficiencies. Complaint and fire safety surveys are separate. A recent CMS release can include an older inspection date. Listings absent from the latest imported CMS provider release remain available on the platform but are excluded from current rankings.

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