CLARITY HOSPICE OF BATON ROUGE
Provider Information
- Address
- 9191 BLUEBONNET BLVD, SUITE B
BATON ROUGE, LA 70810 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 18, 2008
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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) | 20 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 4 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
56
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 CLARITY HOSPICE OF BATON ROUGE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Both provided directly and arranged with other facilities
- 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how CLARITY HOSPICE OF BATON ROUGE compares to hospices nationwide.
18.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 91st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
138
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 day18.3 min
Ranks better than about 91% 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 weekends10.2%
Ranks better than about 71% 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 life94.8%
Ranks better than about 60% 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 visits29%
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 care14%
Ranks better than about 11% 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 months24.7%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 care10.7%
Ranks better than about 32% 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 hospice1.2%
Ranks better than about 48% 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)97th 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$12,845 · 22nd 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 28.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening97%
- Pain assessment94.9%
- Breathing difficulty screening98.4%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.8%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.8%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life28.6%
- All care steps completed93.3%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer29%
- Dementia15%
- Heart and circulatory disease19%
- Lung and respiratory disease9%
- Stroke10%
- Other conditions19%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Clarity Hospice of Baton Rouge
Clarity Hospice of Baton Rouge provides end-of-life care for residents in the East Baton Rouge area. This freestanding hospice provider earned Medicare certification in 2008. They hold accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group focuses on delivering care to those who need it most in the local community. They aim to support families during difficult health transitions.
About CLARITY HOSPICE OF BATON ROUGE
This provider operates as a for-profit organization. They maintain a team of 56 employees to serve their patients. Their clinical staff includes 20 registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. Four physicians are also part of their team. The ACHC accreditation means an outside group reviewed their practices against national standards. This process checks if they follow safe and effective care rules. It shows they meet specific benchmarks for quality. You should know that they have served the area for many years. Their long history of Medicare certification suggests they have experience with regulatory standards. Families can look at this accreditation as a sign of their commitment to performance. It is a baseline for the care they provide to patients in their homes or facilities.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in BATON ROUGE?
Hospice care in Baton Rouge focuses on comfort rather than a cure. It brings medical experts to your home. The goal is to manage pain and symptoms for the patient. This team approach is a common standard for hospice in Louisiana. At this specific location, the staff includes 20 registered nurses and four doctors. They work together to create a plan for each person. Nurses visit often to check on the patient. Doctors oversee the medical decisions. Social workers or aides may join the team based on the needs of the family. The focus remains on keeping the patient comfortable in their own surroundings. You can expect regular communication from these professionals about your loved one. They aim to make each day as peaceful as possible. Everything is designed to support the patient and the family members involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a provider is a big decision for any family. You should ask clear questions to understand how they work. First, ask how quickly a nurse can arrive if an emergency happens at night. Second, ask how the team will help with pain management for your loved one. Third, ask how they communicate changes in the care plan to family members. Finally, ask what specific services they provide beyond basic nursing care. These answers help you understand their daily routine. Do not be afraid to ask about their staff turnover or how they train their team. You deserve to feel informed. Getting these answers early helps everyone feel more prepared. Good communication is the foundation of a strong care relationship. Take your time to get the facts you need before you decide.
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