A skilled nursing facility costs $217 a day under Medicare from day 21
For 2026, people with Medicare pay $217 a day for days 21 through 100 of a skilled nursing facility stay in a benefit period, up from $209.50. If you stay all 80 of those days, your share is $17,360.
Skilled nursing facility coinsurance from CMS
| Daily coinsurance, days 21 to 100, 2026 | $217 |
|---|---|
| Daily coinsurance, days 21 to 100, 2025 | $209.50 |
| Part A inpatient hospital deductible, 2026 | $1,736 |
| 10 days (days 21 to 30) | $2,170 |
|---|---|
| 30 days (days 21 to 50) | $6,510 |
| All 80 days (days 21 to 100) | $17,360 |
Amounts are per benefit period. Source: Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, 2026 Medicare Parts A and B Premiums and Deductibles fact sheet (Nov 14, 2025).
What this price covers
Skilled nursing care is covered by Part A. The daily coinsurance is set by CMS each year, like the hospital deductible.
What changes your price
- Length of stay. Your share is $217 for each day from day 21 to day 100.
Ways to pay less
- Ask if a supplement plan covers skilled nursing coinsurance. It can save thousands.
How we got these numbers
Every number on this page comes from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), the agency that sets the fee. Where we show a total, we only add up the agency's own listed fees so you can see the full cost in one place. We do not add our own guesses and there is no calculator, because the government sets one price for everyone. Fees can change, so check the agency's website before you pay. We last checked on September 26, 2026.
Common questions
How much does Medicare charge for skilled nursing in 2026?
$217 a day for days 21 to 100.
What is the most I pay for days 21 to 100?
$17,360 for all 80 days.