Ochsner Home Health Of Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, LA · Medicare-certified home health agency (CCN 197192)
Patient survey (HHCAHPS): 4★
Serves: 70 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (225) 952-8400 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Ochsner Home Health Of Baton Rouge holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, which is below the Louisiana state average of 3.5 stars, along with a 4-star patient survey rating. Families should review the full CMS Care Compare listing for details on specific quality measures.
Ochsner Home Health Of Baton Rouge offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services. It serves 70 ZIP codes from its office in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Yes, Ochsner Home Health Of Baton Rouge is Medicare-certified (CCN 197192), certified since September 13, 1985, so eligible home health services are covered under Medicare when ordered by a doctor. This certification status can be verified on Medicare Care Compare.
About this agency
Ochsner Home Health Of Baton Rouge is a Medicare-certified home health agency serving Baton Rouge, Louisiana and the surrounding area. The agency has been Medicare-certified since September 13, 1985, and operates under proprietary (for-profit) ownership.
Services offered include Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services.
According to CMS Care Compare data, Ochsner Home Health Of Baton Rouge holds a CMS quality star rating of 3, which is below the Louisiana state average of 3.5 stars. The agency's patient survey star rating is 4 stars, based on feedback collected from patients receiving care. Among quality measures reported, 99.09% of patients began receiving care in a timely manner after referral, and 86.49% of patients showed improvement in their ability to walk or move around during the course of care.
The agency reports serving 70 ZIP codes from its Baton Rouge, LA location, indicating a broad regional service area within the state.
These figures reflect data published on CMS Care Compare and may be updated periodically; families are encouraged to check the official Care Compare listing for the most current figures before making care decisions. This profile does not include cost information, as CMS does not publish agency pricing.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare pay for care from this agency?
Yes, Ochsner Home Health Of Baton Rouge is Medicare-certified (CCN 197192) and has been since September 13, 1985, so Medicare covers eligible home health services when ordered by a doctor.
What services does this agency offer?
The agency 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?
The agency has a 3-star CMS quality rating, which is below the Louisiana state average of 3.5 stars.
What do patients say about this agency in the CMS patient survey?
The agency has a 4-star patient survey rating according to CMS Care Compare data.
How do I check this agency's quality and staffing record?
You can review detailed quality and staffing data at the official Medicare Care Compare page: https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/home-health/197192?state=LA.
What areas and ZIP codes does this agency serve?
The agency serves 70 ZIP codes from its office in Baton Rouge, LA.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 70 this agency reports serving.
What questions should I ask before hiring this agency?
Consider asking about specific staff availability, care scheduling, and how the agency handles your particular medical needs by calling (225) 952-8400 and verifying details on Medicare Care Compare.
What is the difference between home health care and non-medical home care?
Home health care, like the skilled nursing and therapy services this agency provides, is medically ordered care, whereas non-medical home care typically involves non-clinical assistance; contact the agency at (225) 952-8400 for specifics on their scope of services.
How long has this agency been Medicare-certified?
The agency has been Medicare-certified since September 13, 1985.
Who owns this agency — for-profit, non-profit, or government?
The agency operates under proprietary (for-profit) ownership.
How much does home health care cost and who pays?
Cost information is not published by CMS; contact the agency at (225) 952-8400 and consult Medicare Care Compare or your insurance provider for coverage and cost details.
How do I contact this agency to start care?
You can contact Ochsner Home Health Of Baton Rouge at (225) 952-8400 to inquire about starting care.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh); certified since 09/13/1985. Ratings are CMS's official measures, not Care Considered's opinion. Always verify current status with the agency and Medicare before arranging care.