Bridgeway Healthcare And Hospice Of Acadiana
Lafayette, LA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 191666)
CMS process measure: 98.99 (state average 96.14 — above state average)
Serves: 43 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (337) 232-5925 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported that 76% would definitely recommend Bridgeway Healthcare And Hospice Of Acadiana, and its composite process score of 98.99 is above the Louisiana state average of 96.14. CMS has not published a separate star rating figure in the data available here.
Bridgeway Healthcare And Hospice Of Acadiana serves 43 ZIP codes from its Lafayette, LA office in Lafayette County.
Yes, Bridgeway Healthcare And Hospice Of Acadiana is Medicare-certified (CCN 191666, since 2009); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Bridgeway Healthcare And Hospice Of Acadiana is a for-profit hospice based in Lafayette, Louisiana, serving families in Lafayette County. It has been Medicare-certified since November 23, 2009 (CCN 191666), meaning it has met federal requirements to bill the Medicare hospice benefit, which covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers surveyed through the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 76% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 74% rated the hospice care experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating figure among the data provided for this listing.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, Bridgeway scored 98.99, which is above the Louisiana state average of 96.14. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 51.5% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the most recent published data.
Bridgeway Healthcare And Hospice Of Acadiana reports serving 43 ZIP codes from its Lafayette office, reflecting a moderately broad service area in the surrounding region.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as provided; families are encouraged to review the official Care Compare listing directly for the most current figures and to confirm any measure not covered here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Bridgeway Healthcare And Hospice Of Acadiana has been Medicare-certified since November 23, 2009 (CCN 191666), 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, 76% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 74% 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 composite process-of-care score is 98.99, which is above the Louisiana state average of 96.14. CMS also lists a care index score of 9 and reports that 51.5% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Bridgeway reports serving 43 ZIP codes from its office in Lafayette, Lafayette County, Louisiana.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 43 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 determine quality of care; CMS quality measures and family survey results are better indicators to review.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since November 23, 2009.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness to ease symptoms, while hospice care is focused on comfort for patients who have stopped curative treatment and are typically expected to have a limited life expectancy.
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, and patients can still receive treatment for pain, symptoms, and other needs.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; contact Bridgeway Healthcare And Hospice Of Acadiana at (337) 232-5925 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; contact Bridgeway Healthcare And Hospice Of Acadiana at (337) 232-5925 for details and verify certification on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about the areas and services covered, staff availability, how family caregivers have rated their experience, and how the hospice's quality scores compare to state averages — contact Bridgeway Healthcare And Hospice Of Acadiana at (337) 232-5925 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Bridgeway Healthcare And Hospice Of Acadiana directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/191666?state=LA to review its current CMS ratings and information.
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.