LOUISIANA HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 426 HEATHER DRIVE
OPELOUSAS, LA 70570 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 1, 1996
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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 | 1 |
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 LOUISIANA HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
An older Medicare record for this hospice lists short-term inpatient care as “not provided.” That code may be out of date. Medicare requires certified hospices to make inpatient care available for symptom management and caregiver respite. Ask this hospice how it arranges a bed if symptoms become hard to manage at home.
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Supplied directly by this hospice
Equipment and supplies tied to the terminal illness and the plan of care, such as a hospital bed, oxygen, wound supplies, or a wheelchair.
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 LOUISIANA HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE compares to hospices nationwide.
12.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 53rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
108
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 day12.5 min
Ranks better than about 53% 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 weekends7.9%
Ranks better than about 50% 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 life96.5%
Ranks better than about 75% 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 visits10.8%
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 care9.3%
Ranks better than about 30% 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 months21.3%
Ranks better than about 86% 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 care13.9%
Ranks better than about 21% 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 hospice0.9%
Ranks better than about 52% 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)81st 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$16,284 · 41st 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 77.7% 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 life77.7%
- 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.
- Cancer22%
- Dementia16%
- Heart and circulatory disease32%
- Lung and respiratory disease12%
- Stroke10%
- Other conditions10%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Louisiana Hospice and Palliative Care
Louisiana Hospice and Palliative Care serves patients in Opelousas, Louisiana. They operate as a freestanding hospice provider from their office on Heather Drive. The team provides end-of-life care to families throughout St. Landry County. This local provider has been certified to serve Medicare patients since August 1996. That is a long history of service in this community. They focus on meeting the needs of those facing serious illness. Families often look for providers with deep roots in their own area. This group fits that description well. They bring medical support directly to the place where a patient feels most comfortable. Most people prefer to stay home during this time. This provider makes that goal possible for many local families. Their team works to manage pain and improve daily comfort for every person in their care.
About the Provider
This organization operates as a for-profit provider. It has maintained its Medicare certification for nearly three decades. Medicare certification means they meet federal safety and health standards. These rules ensure a high level of care for every patient. The team includes 21 employees who handle various parts of the hospice program. This staff includes four registered nurses and two licensed practical nurses. They also have one physician on the team. Having a doctor involved ensures that medical plans stay accurate and safe. Families should know that this provider holds top marks for quality. They earned perfect scores in the CMS Hospice Care Index. They also received the highest possible ratings in patient satisfaction surveys. These results come directly from reports filed by families and clinical data. High scores show that this provider listens to their patients and follows proven medical standards.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Opelousas?
Hospice care in St. Landry County focuses on comfort rather than a cure. It offers a team approach to support the patient and the family. The staff at this location includes nurses, a doctor, and other support professionals. They visit patients where they live to provide routine check-ups and symptom relief. You can expect them to help with medications and medical equipment. They also offer guidance on how to care for a loved one at home. The goal is to keep the patient calm and pain-free. Nurses play a major role in this daily process. They monitor health changes and adjust the care plan as needed. This helps avoid unnecessary trips to the hospital. Having a local team means they can respond quickly when issues arise. That provides peace of mind for everyone involved. Good care depends on this type of prompt and expert attention.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice team is a big decision for your family. You should feel comfortable with the people who will enter your home. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can reach your house in an emergency. You also want to know how the team handles pain medication at night or on weekends. Ask about the specific roles of the staff members who will visit. It helps to know which person to call if you have a question. You might also ask how they support family caregivers during a difficult time. Do they offer help with daily tasks or provide emotional support? Every provider handles these things differently. Make sure their approach matches what your family needs right now. Take your time to get clear answers before you make a final choice. You deserve to feel confident in the care your loved one receives.
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