LIFEPATH HOSPICE CARE SERVICES, LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 8720 QUIMPER PLACE SUITE 100
SHREVEPORT, LA 71105 - Ownership Type
- Other
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 1, 2003
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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) | 10 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Physicians | 3 |
33
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 LIFEPATH HOSPICE CARE SERVICES, 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 LIFEPATH HOSPICE CARE SERVICES, LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
9.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 20th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
87
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 day9.5 min
Ranks better than about 20% 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 weekends5.5%
Ranks better than about 20% 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 life98.9%
Ranks better than about 90% 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 visits57.1%
Ranks better than about 44% 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 care7%
Ranks better than about 45% 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 months45.6%
Ranks better than about 26% 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 care10.5%
Ranks better than about 33% 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 hospice1.8%
Ranks better than about 40% 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$17,724 · 49th 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 61.5% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening84.5%
- Pain assessment67.1%
- Breathing difficulty screening98.7%
- Breathing difficulty treatment92%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed84.2%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99%
- Visits in the last days of life77%
- All care steps completed61.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer13%
- Dementia47%
- Heart and circulatory disease18%
- Lung and respiratory disease7%
- Stroke10%
- Other conditions8%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Compassionate Hospice Support in Shreveport
LIFEPATH HOSPICE CARE SERVICES, LLC provides end-of-life care for patients and their families in Shreveport, Louisiana. They work out of their office at 8720 Quimper Place. Their team focuses on comfort and dignity during a difficult time. They offer skilled medical care alongside emotional support. This helps families focus on being together. Choosing the right partner for this journey is a big decision. We want to make sure you have the facts you need to feel confident in your choice.
About LIFEPATH HOSPICE CARE SERVICES, LLC
This provider has been Medicare certified since April 2003. That is over two decades of serving the local community. They operate under an "other" ownership structure. Being in business this long says a lot about their stability. Families should know that Medicare certification means they must follow strict federal rules for quality and safety. You can trust that they meet these national standards. The thing is, many providers offer different extras beyond the basics. Always ask what specific services they include for your loved one. Their office sits right in Caddo County. This location makes it easy for them to reach patients across the area. They have deep roots in the Shreveport community. That kind of local presence often leads to better care for everyone involved.
High Quality Ratings
Understanding Hospice Care in Shreveport
Hospice care is about quality of life. It is not about giving up. It is about making sure your loved one feels no pain and stays comfortable. In Shreveport, many families choose hospice when they want to spend their final weeks at home. That is a very common choice. The team comes to you. They bring supplies, medicine, and support staff. You are not doing this alone. The goal is to keep the patient safe and happy in a familiar space. Some folks think hospice is only for the last few days. Actually, you can use these services for much longer. It is better to start early. This way, the patient gets the most benefit from the care team. It also gives the family more time to adjust and find peace.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You need to feel comfortable with the people entering your home. Here are some simple questions to help you decide. First, ask how quickly they can get a nurse to your house in an emergency. Speed matters when someone is in pain. Second, ask what their plan is for managing pain and other symptoms. You want a clear answer. Third, ask how they support the family after a loss. Grief is hard, and you will need that extra hand. And finally, ask if they have staff available on nights and weekends. You never know when you might have a question. Getting these answers upfront will save you stress later on. Take your time with these talks. You deserve clear, honest answers from any provider you interview.
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