LIFE SOURCE SERVICES OF BATON ROUGE
Provider Information
- Address
- 11605 SOUTHFORK AVENUE, SUITE A
BATON ROUGE, LA 70816 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 27, 2004
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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) | 2 |
| Physicians | 2 |
43
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 LIFE SOURCE SERVICES OF 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how LIFE SOURCE SERVICES OF BATON ROUGE compares to hospices nationwide.
16 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 82nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
81
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 day16 min
Ranks better than about 82% 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 weekends4.3%
Ranks better than about 10% 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%
Ranks better than about 70% 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 visits77.7%
Ranks better than about 16% 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 care4.5%
Ranks better than about 63% 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 months58.2%
Ranks better than about 8% 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 care7.5%
Ranks better than about 48% 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)52nd 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$15,797 · 38th 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 41.2% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening92.6%
- Pain assessment98.1%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.6%
- Breathing difficulty treatment92.4%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.6%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids97.8%
- Visits in the last days of life41.2%
- All care steps completed88.9%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer9%
- Dementia33%
- Heart and circulatory disease13%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Stroke10%
- Other conditions28%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Supportive Care at Life Source Services
Life Source Services of Baton Rouge provides hospice care for families in East Baton Rouge. Their office sits at 11605 Southfork Avenue, Suite A, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. They focus on comfort and dignity for patients facing serious illnesses. The team helps manage pain and offers emotional support during difficult times. Choosing the right hospice is a deeply personal decision for every family. Life Source Services aims to provide peace of mind through their professional care team. They serve the local community by bringing medical experts and support staff directly to the patient. This helps loved ones stay in a place that feels like home. Whether you need help with daily tasks or complex symptom control, they have systems in place to assist. It is all about making sure the patient stays comfortable. That is their main goal every single day.
About LIFE SOURCE SERVICES OF BATON ROUGE
This provider operates as a for-profit hospice agency. They earned their Medicare certification back on September 27, 2004. That gives them two decades of experience serving the Baton Rouge area. Being Medicare-certified means they must follow strict federal rules for quality and safety. Families should know that this oversight helps ensure consistent care levels. You can call their office directly at (225) 291-9421 to ask about their specific programs. The thing is, not all hospice agencies are the same. Some focus on specific types of care, while others have broader programs. Since they have been around since 2004, they have deep roots in the local medical community. This can be a huge benefit when you need to coordinate care with other doctors. They understand the local healthcare landscape well. And that local knowledge makes a big difference when time is short.
Quality Rating Note
Understanding Hospice Care in BATON ROUGE
Hospice care in Louisiana is about more than just medicine. It is a philosophy that puts the patient’s wishes at the very center of every plan. In a city like Baton Rouge, you have several options for end-of-life care. Most people do not realize that hospice can take place in a private home, an assisted living facility, or a nursing home. The location depends on what the patient needs and where they feel most at peace. The team usually includes nurses, doctors, social workers, and volunteers. They work together to address physical pain, but they also offer spiritual and emotional help. It is not about giving up hope. Instead, it is about finding the best quality of life possible. You are in control of the care plan. You can ask for changes if something is not working. That is a vital part of the process.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Finding the right fit feels overwhelming, but asking the right questions can help. Start by asking how quickly they can respond to an urgent call in the middle of the night. This is a very common concern for families. Next, ask about their specific experience with your loved one’s illness. You want to know that they have handled similar cases before. Another good question is how they involve the family in the daily care plan. You should feel like a partner in the process. Ask them how often a nurse will visit the home. It is also smart to ask about their volunteer support. Volunteers can provide helpful companionship or give family caregivers a much-needed break. If you feel confused by the answers, just ask them to explain it again. They should be patient and clear. If they seem rushed, that might be a sign to keep looking.
Keep Their Stories Alive
Your loved one has a lifetime of memories and wisdom to share. Preserving these stories can be a beautiful way to honor their life and keep their voice in your family for generations to come.
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