Medicare coverage · Texas & Florida
Does Medicare Cover Skilled Nursing Facility Care?
Partially coveredMedicare Part A covers up to 100 days in a skilled nursing facility per benefit period after a qualifying 3-day inpatient hospital stay — days 1–20 at no cost, days 21–100 with a daily coinsurance. It does not cover long-term custodial nursing-home care.
Reviewed for the 2026 plan year · Source: Medicare.gov
How to get skilled nursing care covered in Texas & Florida
Coverage for skilled nursing care under Medicare is limited. We'll review your specific situation and the Texas and Florida plan options with you for free, so you know exactly what is and isn't covered before you decide.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Original Medicare cover skilled nursing care?
Medicare Part A covers up to 100 days in a skilled nursing facility per benefit period after a qualifying 3-day inpatient hospital stay — days 1–20 at no cost, days 21–100 with a daily coinsurance. It does not cover long-term custodial nursing-home care.
Do Medicare Advantage plans in Texas or Florida cover skilled nursing care?
Medicare Advantage plans must cover at least what Original Medicare covers for skilled nursing care, and a few add extra help. We can confirm the specifics for the plans in your Texas or Florida county at no cost.
How much does skilled nursing care cost with Medicare?
Your cost depends on your specific plan, where you live in Texas or Florida, and your providers. We compare every option in your county side by side — free, with no obligation — so you see the real total cost before you choose.