Egan Hospice
Covington, LA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 191668)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 96.14 — above state average)
Serves: 40 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (985) 467-5883 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers reported that 88% would definitely recommend Egan Hospice, and CMS data shows a composite process score of 100.00, above the Louisiana state average of 96.14. CMS has not published a separate star rating for this hospice in the available data.
Egan Hospice serves 40 ZIP codes from its Covington, Louisiana office in St. Tammany County.
Yes, Egan Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 191668, certified since 2010; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Egan Hospice is a for-profit hospice located in Covington, Louisiana, serving St. Tammany County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since May 17, 2010 (CCN 191668).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 88% would definitely recommend Egan Hospice, and 80% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific star rating for this hospice in the data provided, often due to smaller survey sample sizes, which does not indicate a quality concern.
On CMS's composite process measure — which tracks whether recommended care processes were delivered — Egan Hospice scored 100.00, above the Louisiana state average of 96.14. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 73.6% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, according to the same data set.
Egan Hospice serves 40 ZIP codes from its Covington office, reflecting a broad regional coverage area.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as reported for this hospice. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here. Families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Medicare Care Compare and to contact Egan Hospice at (985) 467-5883 for further information about their specific circumstances.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Egan Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 191668) since May 17, 2010, 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, 88% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Egan Hospice, 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?
Egan Hospice's composite process score is 100.00, which is above the Louisiana state average of 96.14, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Egan Hospice serves 40 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 40 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Egan Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care, but families may want to know it when comparing providers.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Egan Hospice has been Medicare-certified since May 17, 2010.
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 when a person is nearing the end of life, typically with a prognosis of 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 an illness; it does not mean giving up on care or support, only changing its goals.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact Egan Hospice at (985) 467-5883 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin hospice care, contact Egan Hospice directly at (985) 467-5883 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver survey results, staffing, service area, and how care needs are addressed; contact Egan Hospice at (985) 467-5883 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Egan Hospice's official CMS listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/191668?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.