Home / North Dakota / Mckenzie County
County directory
Nursing homes in Mckenzie County, North Dakota
Explore homes across the county, or narrow your search to a local community.
Explore nursing homes ↓
Mckenzie County Healthcare Systems Long Term Care
709 4th Avenue Ne · Watford City, ND
Ownership: Non-profit (corporation)
CMS ratings and family reviews are separate. Medicare data as of September 2026.
Nursing home care at a glance
Scope: all homes within Mckenzie County, North Dakota. Filters do not change this comparison scope.
CMS overall rating
out of 5 · from this site's directory data
Ratings offer a starting point. Review each home’s inspection, staffing and quality details.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Care Compare · scope: Mckenzie County (1 facilities), North Dakota (72 facilities), United States (14,690 facilities) · Medicare data as of September 2026 · average of each facility's CMS overall star rating, each home counted equallyNurse staffing time
hours of nursing care per resident per day · higher is better
Source: Medicare (CMS) payroll-based staffing data · Mckenzie County: average of 1 home, each counted equally; state and national figures are Medicare averages · Medicare data as of September 2026Nursing staff turnover
share of nursing staff who left in a year · lower is better
Source: Medicare (CMS) · Mckenzie County: average of 0 homes, each counted equally; state and national figures are Medicare averages · Medicare data as of September 2026Explore more local data
Inspections and quality
Each home’s page shows its full Medicare inspection record, what Medicare found, fines, and short-stay and long-stay quality measures, compared with the state average.
How these comparisons work
Area figures are simple averages of the homes listed here that have Medicare data, with each home counted equally. State and national figures are Medicare’s own averages. An average does not describe any single home. Our methodology.
Choosing care in Mckenzie County
Mckenzie County Healthcare Systems Long Term Care is the only nursing home in Mckenzie County, North Dakota in this directory, with 42 certified beds and a CMS overall rating of 4 stars.
These figures come from the CMS data behind this directory. Ratings and inspections change, so confirm current details on each home’s profile and with the home itself.
Costs and payment
Contact your shortlisted homes for a current quote and to discuss accepted payment options.
Explore payment guides →Quality and staffing
Review each home’s dated CMS ratings, inspection information and staffing details in its profile.
Understand nursing home ratings →What should I ask before choosing a home?
Ask how the home will meet your loved one’s needs, how family members receive updates, what costs to expect, and whether you can visit before deciding.
How can I broaden my search?
Open the county map search, select a community below, or browse the North Dakota state directory.
Planning your county-wide search
A county-wide search can help you see more options. Narrow the list to communities that make visits manageable for family and friends. Review each home’s information, then contact your shortlist about the care you need, payment options and next steps.
Need a hand narrowing it down?
Tell us what matters to your family and get help exploring your options.
Get help →Feel prepared for the next step
Read practical guides about tours, coverage questions and care transitions.
Explore family guides →Planning your county search
How do I narrow the county-wide list?
Choose a community in the left panel, then use rating, payment and size filters. County results stay within the municipality.
What should I review beyond the overall rating?
Open each facility profile to review dated inspection, staffing and quality information, and keep family reviews separate from CMS ratings.
How do I check payment and admissions?
Contact the home to discuss accepted coverage, costs and current admissions. A directory listing does not confirm availability or individual insurance coverage.
Browse communities in Mckenzie County
Explore nearby areas →Questions about nursing homes in Mckenzie County
How many nursing homes are in Mckenzie County?
There is 1 Medicare-certified nursing home in Mckenzie County, with 42 certified beds in total. Bed counts show capacity, not current openings.
Which nursing homes in Mckenzie County have the highest Medicare rating?
Mckenzie County Healthcare Systems Long Term Care (4 stars).
What is the average Medicare rating of nursing homes in Mckenzie County?
4.0 out of 5 across 1 rated home, compared with 3.2 for North Dakota as a whole.
Do nursing homes in Mckenzie County accept Medicaid?
1 of the 1 homes accept Medicaid, according to Medicare’s records. Confirm with each home, since Medicaid beds can be limited. How nursing home Medicaid works in North Dakota.
Are any nursing homes in Mckenzie County on Medicare’s Special Focus list?
No. The Special Focus program follows homes with a history of serious quality problems. Data as of September 2026.