HOSPICE OF ACADIANA INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 2600 JOHNSTON STREET, SUITE 200
LAFAYETTE, LA 70503 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- February 7, 1985
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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) | 39 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 4 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 8 |
81
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 OF ACADIANA INC reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Both provided directly and arranged with other facilities
- 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 OF ACADIANA INC compares to hospices nationwide.
10.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 28th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
204
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 day10.3 min
Ranks better than about 28% 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 weekends6.6%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 life91.4%
Ranks better than about 37% 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 visits48%
Ranks better than about 56% 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 months26.4%
Ranks better than about 77% 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 care10.9%
Ranks better than about 31% 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 hospice2.6%
Ranks better than about 30% 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)92nd 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$11,133 · 15th 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 58.5% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment99.8%
- 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 life58.5%
- All care steps completed99.9%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer30%
- Dementia15%
- Heart and circulatory disease22%
- Lung and respiratory disease8%
- Stroke11%
- Other conditions14%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice of Acadiana Inc
Hospice of Acadiana Inc serves the Lafayette community from their office on Johnston Street. This freestanding hospice provides comfort-focused care for patients and their families in Louisiana. They hold accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This status means they meet high standards for safety and service. They have served the area since 1985 as a non-profit organization. The team works to support patients during their final months of life. It is a local option for families seeking expert medical and emotional support during a difficult time.
About Hospice of Acadiana Inc
Hospice of Acadiana Inc operates as a non-profit provider. This means they reinvest their earnings back into their programs. They have been certified by Medicare for nearly four decades. The Accreditation Commission for Health Care reviews their practices to ensure they follow best rules. This group checks that the provider keeps records clean and staff trained. Why does this matter to you? It means an outside group verified their performance. You get the peace of mind that comes with proven standards. Their staff includes 39 registered nurses and 4 licensed practical nurses. They also have a physician and 8 volunteers on their team. This team size helps them manage daily care needs for their patients. Every detail in their operation works toward providing consistent service to the people they serve in the Lafayette area.
High Quality Standards
What Is Hospice Care Like in LAFAYETTE?
Hospice care in Lafayette focuses on comfort rather than a cure. It brings medical experts to your home or a facility. The goal is to manage pain and keep the patient peaceful. Hospice of Acadiana Inc uses a team of 81 total employees to handle these needs. This includes a large group of 39 registered nurses who visit patients. They also use volunteers to provide extra companionship for families. This setup allows for a personal touch in every home. Most people find that the support of a nurse and a doctor makes daily life much easier. You do not have to handle medical tasks alone when this team is on your side. They handle the supplies and the medicine so you can spend time with your loved one. That is the true purpose of hospice care in our community.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel empowered to ask tough questions when you meet with a provider. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can arrive if you have a middle-of-the-night emergency. You need to know that help is available 24 hours every day. Ask how they manage pain and other symptoms for their current patients. It helps to understand their specific process for updates. Ask how often the nurse will visit your home. You should also ask about their volunteer services. Find out how those volunteers can help your family with errands or just sitting with the patient. These answers will help you see if their style fits your family needs. Always listen to your needs when you talk to the staff. A good provider will answer every question with patience and clear details.
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