Traditions Health
Covington, LA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 191597)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 96.14 — above state average)
Serves: 50 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (985) 893-3301 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers who responded to the CMS survey said Traditions Health scored well: 80% would definitely recommend it, and 80% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Louisiana state average of 96.14.
Traditions Health serves 50 ZIP codes from its office in Covington, Louisiana, in St. Tammany County.
Yes, Traditions Health is Medicare-certified (CCN 191597, since 2004); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Traditions Health is a for-profit hospice based in Covington, Louisiana, serving families in St. Tammany County and surrounding areas. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since October 28, 2004, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 191597.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers surveyed through the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 80% would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 80% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a distinct overall CAHPS star rating in the data provided for this hospice.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently the hospice performs a set of recommended care processes — Traditions Health scored 100.00, compared to the Louisiana state average of 96.14, placing it above the state average. A related care index figure of 9 was also reported, along with a measure showing that 68.0% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life. These figures come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent published reporting period.
Traditions Health serves a broad area, covering 50 ZIP codes from its Covington office. As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. No additional cost or coverage details are provided here. Families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Medicare Care Compare and to contact the hospice for information about specific services and how care is arranged.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Traditions Health is Medicare-certified (CCN 191597) since October 28, 2004, 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, 80% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Traditions Health, and 80% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Traditions Health's composite process score is 100.00, above the Louisiana state average of 96.14. CMS also reported that 68.0% of patients received visits from staff in the final days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Traditions Health serves 50 ZIP codes from its Covington, Louisiana office in St. Tammany County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 50 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Traditions Health is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care; CMS quality and survey data offer more direct insight.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Traditions Health has been Medicare-certified since October 28, 2004.
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 is specifically for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a prognosis is six months or less.
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 care, support, or medical attention.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for Traditions Health. Please contact the hospice at (985) 893-3301 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process. Please contact Traditions Health directly at (985) 893-3301 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 satisfaction, how the hospice performs on CMS quality measures, service area, and how care is coordinated; the figures above and a direct conversation with the hospice at (985) 893-3301 can help.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Traditions Health (CCN 191597) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/191597?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.