Hospice Compassus - Lafayette
Lafayette, LA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 191650)
CMS process measure: 98.96 (state average 96.14 — above state average)
Serves: 32 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (337) 235-8690 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said they would recommend Hospice Compassus - Lafayette 93% of the time, and the hospice scored 98.96 on CMS's composite process measure, above the Louisiana state average of 96.14. CMS has not published a separate star rating figure for this hospice in this data set.
Hospice Compassus - Lafayette serves 32 ZIP codes from its Lafayette, LA office in Lafayette County. Families should contact the hospice directly to confirm whether a specific address falls within its service area.
Yes, Hospice Compassus - Lafayette is Medicare-certified (CCN 191650), certified since 2007. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Compassus - Lafayette is a for-profit hospice located in Lafayette, Louisiana, serving families in Lafayette County. It has been Medicare-certified since October 26, 2007, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care for many years.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 93% would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 84% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating figure in this data set for this hospice, though the recommendation and rating percentages above come directly from that survey.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers a bundle of recommended care processes, Hospice Compassus - Lafayette scored 98.96, which is above the Louisiana state average of 96.14. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 72.4% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, based on the same data set.
This hospice serves a broad area, covering 32 ZIP codes from its Lafayette, LA office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no cost details are included here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent published vintage available; families should verify current details directly with the hospice or on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Compassus - Lafayette is Medicare-certified (CCN 191650), certified since October 26, 2007, 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 Hospice Survey, 93% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 84% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 98.96, which is above the Louisiana state average of 96.14. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and that 72.4% of patients received visits in their final days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 32 ZIP codes from its Lafayette, LA office in Lafayette County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 32 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Hospice Compassus - Lafayette is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality, but CMS publishes it for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since October 26, 2007.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure for patients who have a limited life expectancy, typically six months or less if the illness runs its usual 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 does not mean giving up on care, pain relief, or support for the patient and family.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data set does not specify where care is provided; please contact the hospice at (337) 235-8690 or check Medicare Care Compare for details.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Please contact Hospice Compassus - Lafayette at (337) 235-8690 to ask about starting care, and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about services offered, staff availability, how care is coordinated, and how the hospice's CMS survey results and quality scores compare to others in the area; contact this hospice at (337) 235-8690 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Compassus - Lafayette (CCN 191650) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/191650?state=LA to confirm current ratings and details.
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.