HOSPICE COMPASSUS - BATON ROUGE
Provider Information
- Address
- 6700 JEFFERSON HIGHWAY, BUILDING 1
BATON ROUGE, LA 70806 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 26, 2007
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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) | 6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| 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 HOSPICE COMPASSUS - BATON ROUGE 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HOSPICE COMPASSUS - BATON ROUGE compares to hospices nationwide.
10 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 25th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
44
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 day10 min
Ranks better than about 25% 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 weekends9.5%
Ranks better than about 66% 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 life94.5%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 visits41.6%
Ranks better than about 65% 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 care11.9%
Ranks better than about 17% 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 months54.8%
Ranks better than about 11% 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 care21.4%
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 hospice0%
Ranks better than about 55% 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)79th 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$16,559 · 42nd 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 81.3% 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 life81.3%
- 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.
- Cancer15%
- Dementia30%
- Heart and circulatory disease23%
- Lung and respiratory disease9%
- Other conditions24%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice Compassus in Baton Rouge
Hospice Compassus serves the Baton Rouge area from its office on Jefferson Highway. This provider offers end-of-life care for patients in East Baton Rouge and the surrounding region. They hold accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This status shows they meet specific standards for patient care and safety. It is a local option for families needing support during a difficult time.
About HOSPICE COMPASSUS - BATON ROUGE
This provider operates as a for-profit hospice and has been Medicare certified since 2007. Their accreditation comes from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group reviews hospice agencies to ensure they follow strict rules for quality. They check how the team handles medicine, pain control, and patient comfort. You should know that third-party reviews help keep care standards high for every patient. This agency maintains a small, focused team to manage their daily tasks. Their staff includes registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, doctors, and volunteers who contribute to their overall care model. When you meet with them, ask how their specific team structure will support your loved one at home. Understanding these details helps you feel more prepared for the care process.
Quality Summary
What Is Hospice Care Like in BATON ROUGE?
Hospice care in Louisiana focuses on comfort when a cure is no longer the goal. It brings medical help and emotional support directly to where the patient lives. The team works to manage pain and symptoms while providing peace of mind. At this agency, the staff includes 6 registered nurses and 1 licensed practical nurse. They also have 2 physicians and 3 volunteers on their roster. This mix of professionals ensures that patients have access to medical expertise and extra companionship. The goal is to keep the patient in their own home whenever possible. That is the heart of hospice. Most families find that having a dedicated nurse and doctor nearby makes a huge difference in daily comfort.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing care is a big step. You need answers to feel sure about your decision. Ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if a problem happens at night. You should also ask how the team will help with medicine and medical equipment needs. It is smart to ask who will be the main contact person for your family. Ask how they include the family in the daily care plan. And finally, ask if they have volunteers who can sit with your loved one to provide extra company. These questions will reveal how the provider handles daily challenges. Get clear answers before you sign any forms.
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