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Oct 22, 2025

4 min

Understanding the Process: Can a Doctor Admit You to a Nursing Home?

With over 1.2 million Americans residing in nursing homes, many families wonder about the admission process. While the question 'Can a doctor admit you to a nursing home?' seems direct, the answer involves a multi-step collaboration between physicians, patients, and the facility.

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Oct 22, 2025

5 min

Do you need a doctor to get into a nursing home?

Over 1.4 million Americans reside in nursing homes, a process that almost always involves a medical assessment. So, do you need a doctor to get into a nursing home? Yes, a doctor's evaluation is a critical step in the nursing home admission process.

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