MODERN HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 15781 PROFESSTIONAL PLAZA
HAMMOND, LA 70403 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 1, 2000
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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) | 4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Physicians | 2 |
21
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 MODERN 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how MODERN HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
14.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 74th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
70
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 day14.8 min
Ranks better than about 74% 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 weekends6.2%
Ranks better than about 29% 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 life99.4%
Ranks better than about 92% 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 visits10.5%
Ranks better than about 95% 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 care5.2%
Ranks better than about 59% 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 months44.3%
Ranks better than about 29% 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 care14.4%
Ranks better than about 19% 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 hospice2.1%
Ranks better than about 36% 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$16,958 · 44th 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 44% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.2%
- Pain assessment95.6%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.6%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.6%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.6%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids95%
- Visits in the last days of life44%
- All care steps completed95.1%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer24%
- Dementia21%
- Heart and circulatory disease26%
- Lung and respiratory disease11%
- Stroke6%
- Other conditions14%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Care in Hammond
Modern Hospice provides end-of-life care for families in Hammond, Louisiana and the surrounding Tangipahoa area. Their team focuses on comfort and dignity for patients facing a life-limiting illness. They offer a range of supportive services meant to ease the journey for both the patient and their loved ones. Getting the right care at home can make a world of difference during a hard time. That is why having a local team in the 70403 area is so helpful. The staff works hard to manage pain and provide emotional support every step of the way. You deserve to know that your loved one is in good hands close to home. Choosing the right provider is a big decision, but you do not have to do it alone.
About Modern Hospice
Modern Hospice operates as a for-profit provider in Hammond. They have been Medicare certified since September 2000. That is over two decades of serving the community. When a hospice is Medicare certified, it means they meet strict federal rules for safety and care quality. Most families feel better knowing a provider has a long track record. Being a for-profit group means they manage their operations to stay efficient while hitting quality targets. You should look at their history to see how they have grown over the years. The thing is, every hospice is a bit different in how they run their daily visits. Ask them about their team size and how often a nurse will visit your home. It helps to be clear about what your family needs from day one. You are the expert on your loved one, after all.
Quality Ratings
Understanding Hospice Care in Hammond
Hospice care is about living well for as long as possible. Many people think it is only about the final few days, but that is a myth. You can often start hospice care months before the end. In Hammond, hospice teams travel to your house or a nursing home to help with daily needs. They bring medicine, equipment, and extra hands to assist with bathing or chores. The goal is to keep your loved one out of the hospital so they can stay in their own bed. It is a team effort involving doctors, nurses, and social workers. They even offer grief support for the family after the patient passes away. That is a big deal. You are not just getting a nurse; you are getting a whole support system built to keep things calm and comfortable.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
It is smart to interview a few providers before you sign any papers. Start by asking how quickly they can get a nurse to your house in an emergency. You also want to know who is on call at night and on the weekends. If your loved one needs help at 2:00 AM, you need a quick answer. Ask how they handle pain management and if they have experience with your specific diagnosis. It is also good to ask how they help families deal with the stress of caregiving. Do they have volunteers who can sit with your loved one while you run errands? Does the team have a chaplain or someone to talk to about spiritual needs? The answers to these questions will tell you a lot about their culture and how they treat the people they serve.
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