Guardian Angel Hospice
Metairie, LA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 191575)
CMS process measure: 95.03 (state average 96.14 — below state average)
Serves: 50 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (504) 737-2244 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Guardian Angel Hospice has a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 92% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 95.03 is slightly below the Louisiana state average of 96.14.
Guardian Angel Hospice serves 50 ZIP codes from its Metairie, Louisiana office in Jefferson County.
Yes, Guardian Angel Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 191575, certified since 2003. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Guardian Angel Hospice is a for-profit hospice located in Metairie, Louisiana, serving families in Jefferson County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since April 4, 2003, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 191575.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Guardian Angel Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Of those surveyed, 92% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 89% rated their experience with the hospice a 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Guardian Angel Hospice scored 95.03, compared to a Louisiana state average of 96.14 — placing it slightly below the state average. CMS has also published a care index score of 7 and reports that 40.8% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life; families should keep in mind these figures come from CMS's published data set and may reflect small sample sizes for some measures.
Guardian Angel Hospice reports serving 50 ZIP codes from its Metairie office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no additional cost information is provided here. All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data and should be verified directly on the Care Compare website for the most current vintage.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Guardian Angel Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 191575) since April 4, 2003, 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 Guardian Angel Hospice a 4-star rating on the CAHPS Hospice Survey, with 92% saying they would definitely recommend it and 89% rating their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 95.03, which is slightly below the Louisiana state average of 96.14.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Guardian Angel Hospice serves 50 ZIP codes from its office in Metairie, Jefferson County, Louisiana.
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?
Guardian Angel Hospice is a for-profit organization; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality, but it is disclosed by CMS as part of its public data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since April 4, 2003.
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 focuses on comfort rather than cure for people with a life expectancy of six months or less, as determined 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; it does not mean forgoing all medical care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify care settings for Guardian Angel Hospice; please contact the hospice at (504) 737-2244 and 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 Guardian Angel Hospice directly at (504) 737-2244 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures compared to the state average, and service area, all of which can be reviewed on Medicare Care Compare and discussed by calling (504) 737-2244.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Guardian Angel Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/191575?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.