Elara Caring
Opelousas, LA · Medicare-certified home health agency (CCN 197062)
Patient survey (HHCAHPS): 5★
Serves: 47 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (337) 942-5367 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Elara Caring holds a 4.5-star CMS quality rating, above the Louisiana state average of 3.5, and a 5-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 47 ZIP codes from its office in Opelousas, Louisiana.
Yes, Elara Caring is Medicare-certified (CCN 197062, certified since August 8, 1980), 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 Opelousas, Louisiana, certified since August 8, 1980. The agency is organized as a proprietary (for-profit) provider.
According to CMS Care Compare data, Elara Caring offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services. The agency serves a broad area, covering 47 ZIP codes from its Opelousas location.
Per CMS Care Compare quality measures, Elara Caring holds an overall quality star rating of 4.5 out of 5, which is above the Louisiana state average of 3.5 stars. Its patient survey star rating is 5 out of 5, reflecting patient experience feedback collected through CMS's standardized survey process.
CMS process and outcome measures reported for this agency include a timely initiation of care rate of 100.00%, meaning care began promptly as measured by CMS standards, and a rate of 94.79% of patients showing improvement in walking or moving around during the course of care.
All ratings and percentages cited here are drawn from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent published data vintage available at the time of this profile. Prospective patients and families are encouraged to review the Care Compare listing directly for the most current figures and to contact the agency to confirm specific service availability.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare pay for care from this agency?
Yes, Elara Caring is Medicare-certified (CCN 197062, certified since August 8, 1980), so covered home health services are eligible for Medicare payment when ordered by a physician.
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 4.5-star overall quality rating, 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 5-star patient survey rating on CMS Care Compare.
How do I check this agency's quality and staffing record?
You can review Elara Caring's full quality and staffing details on Medicare Care Compare at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/home-health/197062?state=LA.
What areas and ZIP codes does this agency serve?
Elara Caring serves 47 ZIP codes from its Opelousas, Louisiana office, according to CMS data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 47 this agency reports serving.
What questions should I ask before hiring this agency?
Ask about care plans, staff availability, and specific service scheduling by calling the agency directly at (337) 942-5367.
How long has this agency been Medicare-certified?
Elara Caring has been Medicare-certified since August 8, 1980.
Who owns this agency — for-profit, non-profit, or government?
Elara Caring is organized as a proprietary, for-profit agency.
How much does home health care cost and who pays?
Cost information is not published by CMS; contact Elara Caring at (337) 942-5367 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I contact this agency to start care?
You can reach Elara Caring at (337) 942-5367 to inquire about starting care.
What is the agency's rate of timely care initiation?
CMS data shows a 100.00% rate of timely initiation of care for Elara Caring.
What percentage of patients improved in walking or moving around?
According to CMS data, 94.79% of Elara Caring's patients showed improvement in walking or moving around during care.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh); certified since 08/08/1980. Ratings are CMS's official measures, not Care Considered's opinion. Always verify current status with the agency and Medicare before arranging care.