COMMUNITY HOSPICE OF LAFAYETTE
Provider Information
- Address
- 5750 JOHNSTON ST STE 204
LAFAYETTE, LA 70503 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 24, 2006
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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 August 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) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 6 |
9
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 COMMUNITY HOSPICE OF LAFAYETTE 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
- Supplied directly by this hospice
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 COMMUNITY HOSPICE OF LAFAYETTE compares to hospices nationwide.
9.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 24th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
18
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
Medicare reports this hospice billed for routine home care only. Hospices can also provide continuous home care, inpatient care, and respite care when symptoms are harder to manage. There can be good reasons for this. Ask the provider how they handle a crisis at home.
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 day9.9 min
Ranks better than about 24% 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 weekends4.1%
Ranks better than about 9% 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 life94.3%
Ranks better than about 56% 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 visits78.8%
Ranks better than about 15% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 months41.7%
Ranks better than about 36% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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$18,619 · 54th 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 7 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 79.2% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening98.0%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.0%
- Visits in the last days of life79.2%
- All care steps completed94.1%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia25%
- Heart and circulatory disease32%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Community Hospice of Lafayette
Community Hospice of Lafayette offers end of life support to families in Lafayette, Louisiana. They have been Medicare certified since August 2006. This agency provides care for people who need comfort and relief from symptoms during their final months. Their team works to meet physical and emotional needs for local patients. You can find their office on Johnston Street. They focus on providing care in the home setting for those in the Lafayette area. This agency operates as a for-profit provider. Choosing the right care is a big decision for your family. Having a local team can make a difference in your daily care routine. They offer support based on federal standards for hospice care providers. You should look at their specific services to see if they fit your needs.
About Community Hospice of Lafayette
This agency is a for-profit hospice provider. They have been helping the community since 2006. Being Medicare certified means they follow federal rules for patient safety and service quality. These rules ensure that care meets a set bar. Families should know that this agency is a freestanding hospice. This means they operate independently rather than as part of a hospital system. They have a team of nine employees to help patients. This includes four registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. They also have one physician on the team. Six volunteers help with patient needs as well. These numbers show the size of their staff. You can ask them how they coordinate care between the doctor, the nurses, and the volunteers. It is good to know who will be visiting your home. Understanding the staff structure helps you plan for the care your loved one will receive each week.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in Lafayette?
Hospice care in Louisiana focuses on comfort and quality of life. The goal is to manage pain and symptoms for the patient. A team of experts visits the home to provide care. This team often includes nurses, doctors, and volunteers. Community Hospice of Lafayette uses their staff to cover these needs. They have four registered nurses on their team. This is a key part of their service. Nurses help manage medicines and monitor patient health. The one physician on staff oversees the plan of care. Volunteers offer extra company for the patient or family. This team approach allows the patient to stay in their own home. You can ask how often the nurse visits your home. You should also ask how the team talks to the family. Good communication is vital for peace of mind. Every hospice team in the area must follow the same Medicare rules for safety and care quality.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have choices when selecting a provider for your loved one. It helps to ask direct questions during your first meeting. Start by asking how the team handles pain management after hours. You need to know who to call at night. Ask about the experience of the nurses who will visit your house. Another good question is how the volunteers help with daily tasks. You should also ask what happens if the patient needs to go to a hospital. It is helpful to know their plan for emergencies. Ask how they keep the family informed about changes in the care plan. You might ask how many patients each nurse sees in a day. This gives you an idea of their workload. Do not feel rushed when you ask these questions. You deserve clear answers so you can make the best choice for your family. Take notes if that helps you remember the details.
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