Life Care Center of Boise
808 North Curtis Road, Boise, ID 83706
(208) 376-5273
- Health inspection
- 4/5
- Staffing
- 3/5
- Quality measures
- 5/5
Full CMS profile 3 health deficiencies (latest survey)
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Nursing Home Star Ratings in Boise, ID
Federal inspection and quality ratings for Medicare-certified skilled nursing facilities. Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog.
Boise nursing homes average 2.8 overall stars across 10 CMS-rated facilities — 0.4 stars below the CMS national average (~3.2). 3 facilities earn 4–5 stars; 4 rate 1–2 stars and warrant extra research. National CMS benchmark: ~3.2 stars.
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Facilities
2.8
Avg. stars
3
4–5 stars
4
1–2 stars
CMS Nursing Home Quality Report · 2026
Nursing Home Quality in Boise, ID
CMS Care Compare lists 10 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Boise, ID. Average overall rating: 2.8 stars (national avg ~3.2). 30% earn 4–5 stars; 40% rate 1–2 stars. 1 facility carry Special Focus Facility status — extra federal oversight.
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CMS-certified facilities
2.8
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30%
Rate 4–5 stars
40%
Rate 1–2 stars
- 10 CMS-certified skilled nursing facilities in Boise
- Average overall star rating: 2.8 (below national ~3.2)
- 30% of facilities rate 4–5 stars (3 of 10)
- 40% rate 1–2 stars (4 of 10) — verify inspection history
- 1 Special Focus Facility (10%) under enhanced CMS monitoring
- 2 facilities have CMS abuse icon flags — review Care Compare details
Life Care Center of Treasure Valley
502 North Kimball Place, Boise, ID 83704
(208) 377-1900
- Health inspection
- 3/5
- Staffing
- 4/5
- Quality measures
- 5/5
Full CMS profile 11 health deficiencies (latest survey)Sunterra Springs Riverview
3550 West Americana Terrace, Boise, ID 83706
(208) 615-4940
- Health inspection
- 3/5
- Staffing
- 3/5
- Quality measures
- 5/5
Full CMS profile 11 health deficiencies (latest survey)Skyline Transitional Care Center
1001 South Hilton Street, Boise, ID 83705
(208) 345-4464
- Health inspection
- 3/5
- Staffing
- 2/5
- Quality measures
- 4/5
Full CMS profile 5 health deficiencies (latest survey)Arbor Valley of Cascadia
8211 Ustick Road, Boise, ID 83704
(208) 375-3700
- Health inspection
- 3/5
- Staffing
- 1/5
- Quality measures
- 5/5
Full CMS profile 11 health deficiencies (latest survey)Shaw Mountain of Cascadia
909 Reserve Street, Boise, ID 83712
(208) 343-7717
- Health inspection
- 2/5
- Staffing
- 3/5
- Quality measures
- 5/5
Full CMS profile 9 health deficiencies (latest survey)Idaho State Veterans Home - Boise
320 Collins Road, Boise, ID 83702
(208) 780-1600
- Health inspection
- 1/5
- Staffing
- 5/5
- Quality measures
- 3/5
Full CMS profile 12 health deficiencies (latest survey)Terraces of Boise, The
5301 E Warm Springs Ave, Boise, ID 83716
(208) 336-5550
- Health inspection
- 1/5
- Staffing
- 5/5
- Quality measures
- 4/5
Abuse icon on record — review CMS profileFull CMS profile 13 health deficiencies (latest survey)Timber Springs Transitional Care
1140 North Allumbaugh Street, Boise, ID 83704
(208) 501-7200
- Health inspection
- 1/5
- Staffing
- 1/5
- Quality measures
- 4/5
SFF CandidateFull CMS profile 19 health deficiencies (latest survey)Cascadia of Boise
6000 W Denton St, Boise, ID 83704
(208) 629-4383
- Health inspection
- 2/5
- Staffing
- 1/5
- Quality measures
- 3/5
Full CMS profile 11 health deficiencies (latest survey)
FAQs
Does Medicaid pay for nursing homes in Boise, ID?▾
Yes — Idaho Medicaid (Idaho Aged & Disabled Waiver) can cover skilled nursing facility room, board, and care for eligible residents. Income is typically limited to ~$2,829/mo with a 60-month asset look-back. Use our free Medicaid screener for Boise.
How many nursing homes are in Boise, ID?▾
CMS Care Compare lists 10 Medicare-certified skilled nursing facilities in Boise. This does not include assisted living communities, which are state-licensed separately.
What do CMS star ratings mean?▾
Overall ratings combine health inspection results, staffing levels, and quality measures on a 1–5 scale. Five stars is above average; one or two stars warrants extra research before choosing.
Does Medicare pay for nursing homes in Boise?▾
Medicare may cover short-term skilled nursing after a qualifying hospital stay — not long-term custodial care. For long stays, Medicaid or private pay typically applies.
How do Boise nursing home ratings compare to national averages?▾
Boise nursing homes average 2.8 overall stars across 10 CMS-rated facilities — 0.4 stars below the CMS national average (~3.2). 3 facilities earn 4–5 stars; 4 rate 1–2 stars and warrant extra research.
What is the difference between a nursing home and assisted living in Boise?▾
Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care and are CMS-rated. Assisted living in Boise supports daily activities but not skilled nursing — avg ~$4,000/mo. Idaho Aged & Disabled Waiver may cover long-term nursing care for eligible residents; assisted living room and board is typically private pay.
Sources & methodology
Cost estimates, demographics, and safety data are compiled from government sources. Verify current figures with official portals before making care decisions.