The Carpenter Hospice Of Northwest Louisiana, Llc
Sibley, LA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 191578)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 96.14 — above state average)
Serves: 61 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (318) 222-8723 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
The Carpenter Hospice Of Northwest Louisiana has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 89% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Louisiana state average of 96.14.
The Carpenter Hospice Of Northwest Louisiana serves 61 ZIP codes from its office in Sibley, Louisiana, located in Webster County.
Yes, The Carpenter Hospice Of Northwest Louisiana is Medicare-certified (CCN 191578, since 2003); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
The Carpenter Hospice Of Northwest Louisiana, LLC is a for-profit hospice based in Sibley, Louisiana (Webster County), Medicare-certified since June 26, 2003 under CCN 191578. It serves families across 61 ZIP codes in the region.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who completed the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. In that survey, 89% of respondents said they would definitely recommend the hospice to others, and 85% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core care processes were delivered, this hospice scored 100.00, compared to the Louisiana state average of 96.14 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10, and notes that 44.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life, per the most recent published data.
Where a measure is not mentioned above, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which can happen when patient counts are too small for reliable reporting; this does not indicate poor quality.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare or by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. The Carpenter Hospice Of Northwest Louisiana is Medicare-certified (CCN 191578, since June 26, 2003), 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, this hospice received a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 89% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 85% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 100.00, compared to the Louisiana state average of 96.14, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice serves 61 ZIP codes from its office in Sibley, Louisiana, in Webster County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 61 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality; CMS publishes the same quality measures regardless of ownership structure.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since June 26, 2003.
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 typically expected to have six months or less to live 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 curative treatment for the terminal illness; patients can still receive treatment for unrelated conditions and can leave hospice if their wishes change.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided; please contact the hospice at (318) 222-8723 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The CMS data does not describe the enrollment process; please contact the hospice directly at (318) 222-8723 to discuss next steps, and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how care processes compare to state averages, service area, and how visits are scheduled near the end of life — figures like these are available on Medicare Care Compare, and further specifics should be confirmed directly with the hospice.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up The Carpenter Hospice Of Northwest Louisiana using CCN 191578 at medicare.gov/care-compare or visit https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/191578?state=LA.
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.