LAMM FAMILY CARE HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 210 W. MILL STREET
CROWLEY, LA 70526 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- November 9, 2012
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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) | 6 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 9 |
29
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 LAMM FAMILY 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how LAMM FAMILY CARE HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
12.2 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 50th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
101
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 day12.2 min
Ranks better than about 50% 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 weekends5.7%
Ranks better than about 23% 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 life98.5%
Ranks better than about 89% 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 visits33.1%
Ranks better than about 75% 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 care4.6%
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 months42.5%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 care10.3%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 hospice5.7%
Ranks better than about 8% 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$15,058 · 34th 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 76.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment97.7%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99.5%
- Visits in the last days of life76.8%
- All care steps completed98.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer17%
- Dementia19%
- Heart and circulatory disease34%
- Lung and respiratory disease7%
- Stroke14%
- Other conditions11%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Overview of Lamm Family Care Hospice
Lamm Family Care Hospice serves the community of Crowley, Louisiana, from their office on West Mill Street. They provide comfort-focused care for patients in Acadia County who are facing a life-limiting illness. This team focuses on pain relief and emotional support for both the patient and their loved ones. Families often find that hospice care changes the focus from curing a disease to improving the quality of their daily life. It is about making every moment count. When you choose a local provider, you get a team that understands the heartbeat of your town. They are there to walk this path with you, step by step. That is the core of their mission in the Crowley area.
About Lamm Family Care Hospice
This hospice operates as a for-profit organization. They have been Medicare certified since November 9, 2012. That is over a decade of serving local families. Longevity matters. It shows they have a track record of meeting federal standards for safety and care quality. Being a for-profit provider means they run their daily operations with a specific business structure. But the real thing that matters to you is how they treat their patients. You should look at their history as a sign of their commitment. They have remained a constant presence in the Acadia County medical landscape for many years. It is a big deal to have that kind of stability when you are dealing with a difficult health diagnosis. They know how to navigate the Medicare system to get your loved one the support they need quickly.
High Quality Ratings
Understanding Hospice Care in Crowley
Finding the right care in Acadia County can feel like a heavy task. But you are not alone. Hospice care is not just for the final days. It is a program designed to help people live as comfortably as possible for as long as they can. The thing is, many families wait too long to call. They think hospice means giving up. That is simply not true. It means choosing to focus on comfort instead of harsh treatments. In Crowley, families have access to teams that include nurses, aides, and social workers. They come to your home. They make sure pain is managed. They also help with the hard questions about what comes next. It is a support system built for the whole family, not just the patient. And that makes a world of difference.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have choices. It is okay to ask tough questions before you pick a team. Start by asking how quickly they can get a nurse to your home in an emergency. This is vital. You also want to know how they handle pain management during the night or on weekends. Ask who will be the main person you talk to when you have concerns. You need a name and a number. Finally, ask what their team does to help with the emotional stress of the family. A good provider will have clear answers. They should never act rushed. If they seem annoyed by your questions, look elsewhere. You deserve a partner who is patient and kind. Trust your gut feeling during these talks. It is your strongest tool.
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