Hospice In His Care, Llc
Baton Rouge, LA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 191581)
CMS process measure: 95.77 (state average 96.14 — at state average)
Serves: 48 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (225) 214-0010 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported that 91% would definitely recommend Hospice In His Care, and 80% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. Its composite process score of 95.77 is at the Louisiana state average of 96.14.
Hospice In His Care serves 48 ZIP codes from its Baton Rouge, Louisiana office in East Baton Rouge County.
Yes, Hospice In His Care, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 191581, since 2003); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice In His Care, LLC is a for-profit hospice located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, serving East Baton Rouge County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since September 30, 2003.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers surveyed through the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 91% would definitely recommend this 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, which can happen for hospices with smaller patient counts; this does not indicate poor quality.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes are delivered, Hospice In His Care scored 95.77, compared to the Louisiana state average of 96.14 — placing it at the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 61.7% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, per the published data.
This hospice serves a broad area, covering 48 ZIP codes from its Baton Rouge office. As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond this are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as supplied; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare or by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice In His Care, LLC is Medicare-certified under CCN 191581, 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?
Per CMS Care Compare data, 91% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 80% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate star rating in the data provided.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 95.77, compared to the Louisiana state average of 96.14 — CMS classifies this as at the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 48 ZIP codes from its Baton Rouge, Louisiana office in East Baton Rouge 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?
Hospice In His Care, LLC is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care; CMS quality measures and caregiver survey results offer more direct insight.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since September 30, 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 is generally for patients who have decided to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean stopping all care, and patients can still receive medical attention for symptoms and support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice. Please contact Hospice In His Care at (225) 214-0010 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 Hospice In His Care at (225) 214-0010 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction results, how quality measures compare to state averages, and what areas and services are covered — you can review this hospice's published figures and confirm current details by calling (225) 214-0010.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view official CMS data for Hospice In His Care, LLC at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/191581?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.