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Nursing homes and assisted living that accept Medicaid in Durham, North Carolina

10 of the 53 places in Durham work with Medicaid: 10 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 53 places in Durham.

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: North Carolina’s licensing records. Where the data comes from.

How to apply for Medicaid in North Carolina

It is run by North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) – NC Medicaid. (888) 245-0179 · Apply for Medicaid. NC Medicaid Contact Center, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You can also apply at your county Department of Social Services (DSS).

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

Medicaid options in nearby cities

Raleigh10 with Medicaid · 22 miles awayBurlington5 with Medicaid · 30 miles awayHenderson3 with Medicaid · 35 miles away

Frequently asked questions

How many nursing homes and assisted living communities accept Medicaid in Durham?
In our directory, 10 of the 53 places in Durham, North Carolina, work with Medicaid: 10 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 North Carolina?
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 North Carolina: the state’s Medicaid programs explained. Medicaid for long-term care, state by state.

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