COMPASSIONATE CARE HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 5417 JACKSON STREET, SUITE B
ALEXANDRIA, LA 71303 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 7, 2011
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CMS Quality Ratings
Composite score combining quality measures and patient survey results.
Based on the CMS Hospice Care Index — 10 operational quality indicators including visits near death, nursing minutes, and care transitions.
CAHPS Hospice Survey — family caregivers rate communication, symptom management, respect, and overall experience.
CMS scores as of May 2026. Quality of Care derived from CMS Hospice Care Index. Patient Satisfaction from the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey. Overall is the equally-weighted average of both. All source data published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Staffing & Capacity
| Role | Staff Count |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 11 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0 |
| Volunteers | 6 |
39
Total Employees
Staffing data as reported to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Inpatient Care and Medical Equipment
Hospices report these services to Medicare when they are certified. This is what COMPASSIONATE CARE HOSPICE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Arranged through another hospital or nursing home
- Type of inpatient care
- Both general inpatient care and respite care
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Brought in through an outside supplier
Short stays in a hospice inpatient unit, hospital, or nursing home for pain or symptoms that cannot be managed where the patient lives, or to give family caregivers a break.
Equipment and supplies tied to the terminal illness and the plan of care, such as a hospital bed, oxygen, wound supplies, or a wheelchair.
Medicare lets hospices provide these services through arrangements with other organizations. Either way, the hospice stays responsible for the covered care in the patient’s plan of care.
Reported by this hospice to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services when it was certified in 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how COMPASSIONATE CARE HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
13 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 59th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
145
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
How this hospice compares nationally
Bars show national standing on measures from the CMS Hospice Care Index. A fuller bar means this hospice does better than more of the hospices CMS tracks.
- Nurse care minutes per home care day13 min
Ranks better than about 59% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The average minutes of nursing care per day for patients getting routine care at home, based on Medicare claims. More nurse time usually means more hands-on support.
- Skilled nursing on weekends8.6%
Ranks better than about 58% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of skilled nursing time delivered on Saturdays and Sundays. Symptoms do not wait for weekdays, so weekend coverage matters.
- Nurse visits in the last days of life96.2%
Ranks better than about 72% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who got nurse visits in their final days of life. This is when families tend to need the most support.
- Gaps in nursing visits34.7%
Ranks better than about 74% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
How often patients went more than a week without a nursing visit. Fewer gaps mean steadier attention.
- Patients discharged alive early in care3.2%
Ranks better than about 72% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice alive within the first week of care. A rate of 0% means it did not happen to any of their patients.
- Patients discharged alive after 6 months49.2%
Ranks better than about 20% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients discharged alive after six months or more in hospice care.
- Hospital transfers near the end of care11.9%
Ranks better than about 27% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, spent time in the hospital, then came back to hospice.
- Hospital stays that interrupt hospice2.4%
Ranks better than about 32% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, went to the hospital, and died there soon after.
- Days at higher levels of care (CHC or GIP)74th percentile
What this measures
The share of care days delivered at higher levels, such as continuous home care or inpatient care. Shown only as a national rank because small percentages round to zero.
- Medicare spending per patient$22,200 · 71st percentile
What this measures
What Medicare paid per patient for this hospice's care. Higher or lower spending is not a quality judgment by itself.
Care steps completed at admissionShow detailsMedicare tracked 9 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 89.2% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life89.2%
- All care steps completed100%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer18%
- Dementia20%
- Heart and circulatory disease32%
- Lung and respiratory disease11%
- Stroke7%
- Other conditions14%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Compassionate Care Hospice
Compassionate Care Hospice serves families in Alexandria, Louisiana. They provide end of life support to patients in Rapides County and surrounding areas. The team holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This shows they follow strict rules for safety and care quality. Their office is located on Jackson Street.
About Compassionate Care Hospice
This provider operates as a for-profit hospice and has been certified by Medicare since early 2011. Being accredited by the ACHC means an outside group checked their work against national standards. This process pushes agencies to keep high marks for care. Families should know that this provider maintains top scores across all federal quality measures. They earned the highest possible rating for their clinical work. They also received the highest scores from patients on satisfaction surveys. These numbers show that families feel well supported by the staff. A team of 39 people works here, including 11 registered nurses who lead the clinical care. They also involve 6 volunteers to help with patient needs. That is a solid support system for any local agency.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in ALEXANDRIA?
Hospice in Alexandria centers on comfort for the patient and peace for the family. The goal is to manage pain and help the patient stay at home when possible. In this area, teams often consist of nurses, aides, and social workers. Compassionate Care Hospice relies on 11 registered nurses to manage medical needs. They do not have licensed practical nurses on staff. Volunteers also play a role by sitting with patients or helping with errands. These professionals work together to create a plan that fits the specific needs of each person. The care happens wherever the patient lives. This could be a private house or a care facility. It is all about dignity.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team is a big step for your family. You should ask clear questions to find the right fit. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if a crisis happens at night. Second, ask how the team will help with pain and other symptoms. You should also ask how they support family members who are grieving. Finally, ask what specific tasks the volunteers can handle for you. Write down the answers so you can compare your options later. Do not feel rushed to pick a provider. Take your time to get the information you need to feel good about your choice.
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