Brighton Bridge
Oberlin, LA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 191627)
CMS process measure: 99.46 (state average 96.14 — above state average)
Serves: 48 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (337) 639-9200 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Brighton Bridge received a 5-star CAHPS rating from family caregivers, with 93% saying they would definitely recommend it, and its composite process score of 99.46 is above the Louisiana state average of 96.14. These figures come from CMS Care Compare survey data.
Brighton Bridge serves 48 ZIP codes from its office in Oberlin, Louisiana, located in Allen County.
Yes, Brighton Bridge is Medicare-certified (CCN 191627, since 2006); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Brighton Bridge is a for-profit hospice located in Oberlin, Louisiana, in Allen County. It has been Medicare-certified since August 2, 2006, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care for nearly two decades.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, family caregivers rated Brighton Bridge with a 5-star CAHPS rating. Ninety-three percent of surveyed family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 92 percent gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs key care processes, Brighton Bridge scored 99.46, compared to the Louisiana state average of 96.14 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 45.6% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life, based on published data.
Brighton Bridge's service area, as reported to CMS, covers 48 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond that are provided here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. If any measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient counts and does not indicate poor quality. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Brighton Bridge is Medicare-certified (CCN 191627) since August 2, 2006, 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?
Family caregivers gave Brighton Bridge a 5-star CAHPS rating, with 93% saying they would definitely recommend it and 92% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10, according to CMS Care Compare data.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Brighton Bridge's composite process score is 99.46, compared to Louisiana's state average of 96.14, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Brighton Bridge serves 48 ZIP codes from its Oberlin, Louisiana location in Allen County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 48 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Brighton Bridge is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but CMS reports it alongside quality measures for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Brighton Bridge has been Medicare-certified since August 2, 2006.
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 for those who have decided to stop curative treatment and focus on comfort, typically with a life expectancy of six months or less as certified by a physician.
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, but it does not mean giving up on care, symptom management, or emotional support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Brighton Bridge delivers care; please contact the hospice at (337) 639-9200 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin hospice care with Brighton Bridge, contact them at (337) 639-9200 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how a hospice compares to state averages on quality measures, and the size of its service area — all of which are reported for Brighton Bridge above; for other questions, contact the hospice directly at (337) 639-9200.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Brighton Bridge directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/191627?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.