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Nursing homes and assisted living that accept Medicaid in Boise, Idaho

8 of the 10 places in Boise work with Medicaid: 8 nursing homes certified by Medicaid according to CMS.

A place that accepts Medicaid may not have an open Medicaid bed: ask when you call. See all 10 places in Boise.

The map loads as you scroll. Locations are approximate, based on the official records.

Sorted by Medicare’s overall rating (when there is one) and by name. Medicaid certification: CMS; Medicaid programs of residential care: Idaho’s licensing records. Where the data comes from.

How to apply for Medicaid in Idaho

It is run by Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW). (877) 456-1233 · Apply for Medicaid. Benefits Customer Service Center (toll-free). You can also apply online at idalink.

  • Nursing Home Coverage (Medicaid): Can help pay part of the cost of a nursing home for people who qualify based on income and resources.
  • Aged and Disabled (A&D) Waiver: An alternative to a nursing home for older adults or people with disabilities who need that level of care: services at home and in the community, and also in assisted living and adult care homes.
  • Idaho Home Choice: Helps people who have been in a nursing home for at least 45 days move back to the community, with support during the transition.

Source: official website, checked on October 15, 2026.

Frequently asked questions

How many nursing homes and assisted living communities accept Medicaid in Boise?
In our directory, 8 of the 10 places in Boise, Idaho, work with Medicaid: 8 nursing homes certified by Medicaid according to CMS.
Does accepting Medicaid mean there’s an open bed?
No. Being certified or contracted with Medicaid doesn’t guarantee that a Medicaid spot is available today. When you call, ask whether they have an open Medicaid bed and whether they accept someone who starts as private pay and later switches to Medicaid.
How do you apply for Medicaid in Idaho?
Further down this page you’ll find the state’s Medicaid agency, its phone number and the link to apply. The social worker at the hospital or nursing home can also help you apply. How Medicaid pays for nursing home care.

Family guide to Idaho: the state’s Medicaid programs explained. Medicaid for long-term care, state by state.

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