HOSPICE COMPASSUS - GREATER NEW ORLEANS
Provider Information
- Address
- 1301 WEST CAUSEWAY APPROACH
MANDEVILLE, LA 70471 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- October 25, 2002
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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) | 7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 7 |
| Physicians | 0 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
26
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 COMPASSUS - GREATER NEW ORLEANS 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 HOSPICE COMPASSUS - GREATER NEW ORLEANS compares to hospices nationwide.
12.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 56th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
209
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 day12.8 min
Ranks better than about 56% 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 weekends8.4%
Ranks better than about 56% 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 life93.7%
Ranks better than about 51% 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 visits41.2%
Ranks better than about 65% 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 care13.4%
Ranks better than about 12% 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 months24.7%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 care12.6%
Ranks better than about 24% 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 hospice4.3%
Ranks better than about 14% 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)91st 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$10,743 · 13th 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 68% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment99.8%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.8%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.9%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life68%
- 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.
- Cancer26%
- Dementia20%
- Heart and circulatory disease18%
- Lung and respiratory disease18%
- Stroke6%
- Other conditions13%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice Compassus in Mandeville
Hospice Compassus serves the Greater New Orleans area from their office on West Causeway Approach in Mandeville. This freestanding hospice provider offers care for families facing serious illness. They have been certified by Medicare since 2002. The organization holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group reviews hospice agencies to ensure they meet high standards for safety and patient care. That means an outside team checked their work. Choosing an accredited provider is one way to verify the agency follows strict rules for medical care. Their team includes registered nurses and licensed practical nurses ready to assist patients in St. Tammany County. They offer support for those who need comfort during the final stages of life. Families can feel better knowing a third party looked at their operations.
About Hospice Compassus
This agency operates as a for-profit provider. They have maintained Medicare certification for over two decades. Accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care shows they meet voluntary standards that go beyond basic state laws. This body checks how the agency manages medicine and trains their staff. They look at how the team handles emergency needs and daily comfort. The staff count includes seven registered nurses and seven licensed practical nurses. They also have one volunteer on the team. Having a balanced group of nurses helps them stay responsive to patient needs. Families should know that hospice care is about managing pain and improving daily life. This agency focus on care delivery earned them top marks in the Hospice Care Index. That index tracks specific quality markers set by federal officials. You can check their current ratings on this page to see how they compare to others.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Mandeville?
Hospice care in Mandeville focuses on comfort for the patient and support for the family. The team visits the patient wherever they live. This could be a private home or an assisted living facility. The goal is to keep the patient pain-free and comfortable. A typical team includes nurses, aides, and volunteers who visit on a regular schedule. The staff here includes seven registered nurses who coordinate care with the patient's own doctors. They also have seven licensed practical nurses on board. These nurses handle daily tasks like checking vitals and managing medicine. One volunteer is also part of their current staff. The team works together to create a plan that fits the needs of the patient. This plan changes as the needs of the patient change over time. It is a team effort designed to provide peace of mind for everyone involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking the right hospice team is a big decision for any family. You should feel comfortable with the people who will enter your home. Start by asking how the nurses handle pain management during the night or on weekends. It is good to know who will answer your call when a crisis happens. Ask how they coordinate with your current primary care doctor to ensure everyone is on the same page. You should also ask how they support family members who are grieving. Ask about the specific role of their volunteers and how they help with daily tasks. Do not be afraid to ask for a list of local references or to ask about their recent quality scores. You need clear answers before you make your final choice. Take your time to talk with the staff to see if their approach matches your personal values.
Keep Your Family Stories Alive
Your loved one has a lifetime of memories to share. Capture these moments now so your family can treasure them for many years to come.
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