Gentiva
Prairieville, LA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 191570)
CMS process measure: 99.39 (state average 96.14 — above state average)
Serves: 69 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (225) 673-9949 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Families surveyed by CMS said Gentiva delivers strong care: 88% would definitely recommend it, and 87% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. Its CMS composite process score of 99.39 is above the Louisiana state average of 96.14.
Gentiva serves 69 ZIP codes from its Prairieville, Louisiana office in Ascension County.
Yes, Gentiva is Medicare-certified (CCN 191570, since 2002); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Gentiva is a for-profit hospice based in Prairieville, Louisiana, serving families in Ascension County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since November 1, 2002, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 191570.
According to CMS Care Compare data drawn from the CAHPS Hospice Survey of family caregivers, 88% of families said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 87% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate star rating figure alongside these percentages in the data provided here.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, which reflects the consistency of core care processes, Gentiva scored 99.39, above the Louisiana state average of 96.14. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 59.8% of patients received visits in the last days of life, both figures published as part of CMS's quality reporting for this hospice.
Gentiva's service area, per CMS data, covers 69 ZIP codes from its Prairieville office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; this profile does not address costs or coverage beyond that basic fact. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families should confirm current details directly with the hospice or on Care Compare, as CMS periodically updates its published figures.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Gentiva is Medicare-certified (CCN 191570) since November 1, 2002, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, 88% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Gentiva, and 87% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Gentiva's CMS composite process score is 99.39, which is above the Louisiana state average of 96.14. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and that 59.8% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Gentiva serves 69 ZIP codes from its Prairieville, Louisiana location in Ascension County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 69 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Gentiva is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type doesn't determine quality directly, but it's one factor families sometimes consider alongside CMS quality data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Gentiva has been Medicare-certified since November 1, 2002.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure and is generally for patients with a terminal prognosis of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it is not about giving up but about a different kind of care and support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided doesn't specify where Gentiva delivers care; please contact the hospice at (225) 673-9949 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided doesn't cover intake steps; please contact Gentiva at (225) 673-9949 to learn how to begin care, and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver recommendation rates, quality scores compared to the state average, service area, and how care is coordinated; you can review these details for Gentiva above and confirm any additional questions by calling (225) 673-9949.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Gentiva directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/191570?state=LA using CCN 191570 to confirm current CMS data.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh). Survey results are reported by family caregivers through the official CAHPS Hospice Survey; CMS publishes them only above response-count thresholds. Always verify current details with the hospice and Medicare before arranging care.