PREMIER HOSPICE, LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 1513 TEXAS AVENUE
BASTROP, LA 71220 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 13, 2005
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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) | 5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Volunteers | 3 |
14
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 PREMIER HOSPICE, LLC 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
- General inpatient care (for pain or symptoms that cannot be managed elsewhere)
- 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how PREMIER HOSPICE, LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
9.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 19th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
35
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 day9.4 min
Ranks better than about 19% 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 weekends2.5%
Ranks better than about 3% 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 life87.9%
Ranks better than about 25% 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 visits28.4%
Ranks better than about 80% 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 care10.6%
Ranks better than about 23% 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 months23.4%
Ranks better than about 83% 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 care21.3%
Ranks better than about 6% 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 hospice8.5%
Ranks better than about 3% 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)67th 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$13,877 · 27th 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 8 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 35.2% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening87.5%
- Pain assessment88%
- Breathing difficulty screening98.6%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed98.6%
- Beliefs and values discussed94.4%
- Visits in the last days of life35.2%
- All care steps completed77.8%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer25%
- Dementia22%
- Heart and circulatory disease14%
- Lung and respiratory disease11%
- Stroke9%
- Other conditions20%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Premier Hospice, LLC in Bastrop
Premier Hospice, LLC serves families in Bastrop, Louisiana, and the surrounding Morehouse County area. They offer specialized end-of-life care focused on comfort and dignity for patients facing life-limiting illnesses. Their team works to manage pain and provide emotional support right where the patient lives. Whether you are at home or in a facility, they aim to bring peace during a difficult season. Hospice is about more than just medicine. It is about helping your loved one live their final days with as much joy and comfort as possible. That is the core of what this team does every single day.
About Premier Hospice, LLC
Premier Hospice, LLC is a for-profit provider that has been Medicare certified since September 13, 2005. This means they have served the Bastrop community for nearly two decades. When choosing a provider, look for this type of long-term history. It shows they have deep roots in the local medical system. Being a for-profit agency means they operate as a business, but they must still meet strict federal rules to keep their Medicare status. You should feel comfortable asking them about their specific team structure and how they handle after-hours calls. Most families find that asking these questions early on helps ease their anxiety. Here is the thing—you deserve to know exactly who will be walking through your front door to care for your family member.
Understanding Hospice Care in Bastrop
Hospice care in Morehouse County is designed to wrap a blanket of support around both the patient and their loved ones. It is not just about the person who is ill. The nurses, aides, and social workers on the team focus on the whole family unit. They help manage symptoms so the patient can stay alert and comfortable. In Louisiana, you have several options for care, but the goal is always the same. You want a team that responds quickly when you have a crisis. And you want people who listen to your wishes. The best care happens when the hospice team becomes an extension of your own family. That is how you know you have found the right partner for this journey.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right hospice team can feel heavy, but taking it one step at a time helps. Start by asking these questions to get a clear picture of how they operate. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens in the middle of the night. Second, ask how they handle pain management and if they have a doctor available to talk to your own primary physician. Third, ask what kind of support they offer to family members after a loss. These questions help you see if their values match yours. Do not be afraid to ask for clarity. You are the advocate for your loved one, and you have every right to get the answers you need.
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