ELARA CARING
Provider Information
- Address
- 4025 LAMAR AVENUE SUITE 130 A
PARIS, TX 75462 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- July 18, 2013
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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) | 8 |
| Physicians | 2 |
25
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 ELARA CARING 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 ELARA CARING compares to hospices nationwide.
9.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 22nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
37
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 day9.7 min
Ranks better than about 22% 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%
Ranks better than about 39% 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 life96.2%
Ranks better than about 72% 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 visits59.6%
Ranks better than about 40% 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 care14.7%
Ranks better than about 9% 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 months38.2%
Ranks better than about 46% 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 care8.8%
Ranks better than about 42% 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 hospice8.8%
Ranks better than about 3% 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)74th 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$24,000 · 78th 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 8 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 67.9% 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%
- Visits in the last days of life67.9%
- 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.
- Cancer18%
- Dementia31%
- Heart and circulatory disease19%
- Lung and respiratory disease19%
- Other conditions11%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Elara Caring
Elara Caring provides hospice services to families in Paris, Texas. They operate as a freestanding hospice agency within Lamar County. The team earned accreditation from the Joint Commission, which shows they meet high standards for safety and quality. This certification means an outside group checked their work to ensure they follow strict rules for patient care. It is a sign of a steady, professional operation.
About Elara Caring
This provider has been Medicare certified since July 2013. They operate as a for-profit agency. Families should know that the Joint Commission accreditation means this agency voluntarily asks experts to review their daily practices. These experts look at how the staff handles medication and how they keep records. It is about checking that the agency stays on track. With 25 total staff members, the agency supports a specific group of patients in the Paris area. They employ 8 registered nurses and 2 physicians to manage care plans. You can look at their history to see how long they have served this community. Stability matters when you choose a partner for end-of-life care.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Paris?
Hospice care in Paris focuses on comfort for patients with a terminal illness. The team works to manage pain and symptoms while providing emotional support. At Elara Caring, the staff includes 8 registered nurses and 2 physicians who lead the care team. These professionals visit patients where they live. They coordinate with family members to make sure everyone understands the care plan. The goal is to improve quality of life each day. Many families find that having a dedicated team helps them focus on spending time together. You can expect regular check-ins from the nursing staff. They monitor changes in health and adjust care as needed. This local presence ensures that help is nearby when a family needs it most. It is about keeping your loved one comfortable in their own home.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right hospice requires asking the right questions. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can arrive if a sudden problem occurs at night. You should also ask how the team will help manage specific symptoms like pain or trouble breathing. Ask how often the nurses and doctors will visit the home to see the patient. It is also good to ask how they support family caregivers who may be tired. Ask if they have experience with the specific condition your loved one has. You want to know that they have the right tools and staff to help. Be clear about what matters most to your family. Their answers will help you decide if they are a good fit for your situation.
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