Elara Caring
Natchitoches, LA · Medicare-certified home health agency (CCN 197120)
Patient survey (HHCAHPS): 4★
Serves: 34 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (318) 238-3933 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Elara Caring holds a 5-star CMS quality rating, above the Louisiana state average of 3.5, and a 4-star patient survey rating. These figures come from CMS Care Compare data.
Elara Caring offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services. It serves 34 ZIP codes from its office in Natchitoches, LA.
Yes, Elara Caring is Medicare-certified, with CCN 197120, certified since 1984, so eligible home health services are covered under Medicare when ordered by a doctor. This certification status is confirmed through CMS Care Compare records.
About this agency
Elara Caring is a Medicare-certified home health agency based in Natchitoches, Louisiana, offering Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services. The agency operates under proprietary (for-profit) ownership and has been Medicare-certified since January 2, 1984.
According to CMS Care Compare data, Elara Caring holds a 5-star overall quality rating, which is above the Louisiana state average of 3.5 stars. Its patient survey rating stands at 4 stars, reflecting patient experience feedback collected through the CMS survey program. Among the CMS-reported outcome measures, the agency achieved a 100.00% score for providing timely initiation of care and a 99.56% score on improvement in patients' ability to walk or move around, based on the same CMS Care Compare data vintage.
Elara Caring reports serving 34 ZIP codes from its Natchitoches, LA office, indicating a moderately broad service area in the surrounding region. All ratings and measures cited here come directly from CMS Care Compare and reflect the most recent published data vintage available at the time of this profile; figures may be updated periodically by CMS. This profile does not include cost information, as CMS does not publish home health pricing data. Individuals seeking further details on service availability, staffing, or specific care arrangements should contact the agency directly or consult the official CMS Care Compare listing for the most current information.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare pay for care from this agency?
Yes, Elara Caring is Medicare-certified under CCN 197120 and has been certified since January 2, 1984, so eligible home health services are covered under Medicare when ordered by a doctor.
What services does this agency offer?
Elara Caring offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services.
What is this agency's CMS quality star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Elara Caring has a 5-star CMS quality rating, which is above the Louisiana state average of 3.5 stars, per CMS Care Compare data.
What do patients say about this agency in the CMS patient survey?
The agency has a 4-star patient survey rating according to CMS Care Compare data.
How do I check this agency's quality and staffing record?
You can review Elara Caring's full quality and staffing details on the official CMS Care Compare listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/home-health/197120?state=LA.
What areas and ZIP codes does this agency serve?
Elara Caring serves 34 ZIP codes from its office in Natchitoches, LA.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 34 this agency reports serving.
What questions should I ask before hiring this agency?
Consider asking about specific staff availability, scheduling, and care plans by calling the agency directly at (318) 238-3933, and verify current ratings on Medicare Care Compare.
How long has this agency been Medicare-certified?
Elara Caring has been Medicare-certified since January 2, 1984.
Who owns this agency — for-profit, non-profit, or government?
Elara Caring operates under proprietary (for-profit) ownership.
How much does home health care cost and who pays?
CMS does not publish cost figures for home health agencies; contact Elara Caring at (318) 238-3933 for cost details and verify coverage information on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I contact this agency to start care?
You can contact Elara Caring at (318) 238-3933 to inquire about starting care.
What is the difference between home health care and non-medical home care?
The provided data does not detail this distinction; contact Elara Caring at (318) 238-3933 and consult Medicare Care Compare for general guidance on service types.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh); certified since 01/02/1984. Ratings are CMS's official measures, not Care Considered's opinion. Always verify current status with the agency and Medicare before arranging care.