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Oct 12, 2025

4 min

Do nursing homes get money when someone dies?

While it may be a common concern, nursing homes do not receive a bonus or a windfall payment when a resident dies. The financial implications are related to settling outstanding balances, which are handled very differently depending on whether payments were private or funded by Medicaid. This guide clarifies the answer to the question: do nursing homes get money when someone dies?.

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Oct 2, 2025

4 min

Who pays the nursing home bill after death? A family’s guide to financial responsibility

Over 70% of older adults will need some form of long-term care in their lifetime, with nursing homes representing a significant financial burden. The question of who pays the nursing home bill after death is a critical concern for many families navigating the loss of a loved one.

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Oct 2, 2025

4 min

Can you inherit nursing home debt? Navigating estate and family liability

In most cases, surviving family members are not personally responsible for a deceased relative’s debts. This is also true when considering the question, "Can you inherit nursing home debt?", though some important exceptions exist depending on state laws and signed agreements.

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