ST JOSEPH HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE OF MONROE, LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 1890 HUDSON CIRCLE SUITE 3
MONROE, LA 71201 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- January 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 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) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
10
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 ST JOSEPH HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE OF MONROE, LLC reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Provided directly by this hospice
- Type of inpatient care
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- 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 ST JOSEPH HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE OF MONROE, LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
12 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 47th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
42
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 min
Ranks better than about 47% 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 weekends4.8%
Ranks better than about 14% 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 life96%
Ranks better than about 70% 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 visits40.3%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 care6.1%
Ranks better than about 52% 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 months42.4%
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 care15.2%
Ranks better than about 16% 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 hospice9.1%
Ranks better than about 2% 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$22,928 · 74th 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 69.2% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- 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 life69.2%
- All care steps completed100%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer14%
- Dementia33%
- Heart and circulatory disease22%
- Lung and respiratory disease15%
- Other conditions11%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Care in Monroe, Louisiana
St. Joseph Hospice & Palliative Care of Monroe serves the residents of Ouachita County and the surrounding areas. They provide specialized end-of-life care focused on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients and their loved ones. Families in Monroe turn to this provider when they need professional support to manage symptoms and emotional needs during a difficult health journey. The team at this location works to ensure that every patient feels heard and supported in their own home or chosen care setting. Choosing the right hospice team is a personal decision that impacts your daily life and peace of mind. By focusing on both medical needs and emotional well-being, they aim to make each day as meaningful as possible for the entire family unit.
About ST JOSEPH HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE OF MONROE, LLC
This provider operates as a for-profit organization. It has been Medicare certified since January 24, 2006, which shows a long history of serving the local community. That is nearly two decades of experience in the hospice field. When you look at a provider, that longevity matters. It means they have seen many families through various health challenges and have grown along the way. Being Medicare certified is a big deal because it means they meet federal standards for the care they provide to patients. Families should know that this certification is a baseline for quality. It ensures that the agency follows specific rules for staffing, safety, and patient rights. You can feel a bit more confident knowing they are held to these national standards by Medicare reviewers.
Understanding Hospice Care in MONROE
Hospice is not a place you go to give up. It is a way to get extra help when a serious illness makes life hard. In Monroe, hospice teams typically include nurses, doctors, social workers, and volunteers who visit you at home. The main goal is to reduce pain and help you enjoy time with your family. Most people think hospice is only for the last few days of life. But that is a common mistake. Many families find that starting hospice sooner leads to better outcomes and less stress. When you reach out to a provider in the Ouachita area, they will assess your needs and build a plan just for you. This plan changes as your needs change. It is meant to be flexible and supportive throughout the entire process.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team is a big step. You should feel comfortable asking tough questions before you sign any paperwork. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night or on the weekend. You need to know that someone is always available to help. Second, ask how they handle pain management and comfort care. Every patient has different needs, so you want a team that listens to those specific concerns. Third, ask what kind of support they offer to family members during and after the patient's passing. This is often called bereavement support. And finally, ask how they coordinate care with your current doctors. A good team works with your existing medical providers to make sure everyone is on the same page.
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