Hospice Of Leesville
Leesville, LA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 191608)
CMS process measure: 80.3 (state average 96.14 — below state average)
Serves: 16 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (337) 239-1020 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS data shows 94% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Hospice Of Leesville, and 95% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 80.30, below the Louisiana state average of 96.14; CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for this hospice.
Hospice Of Leesville serves 16 ZIP codes from its office in Leesville, Louisiana, in Vernon County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Hospice Of Leesville is Medicare-certified (CCN 191608), certified since July 6, 2005. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of Leesville is a for-profit hospice located in Leesville, Louisiana, serving families in Vernon County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since July 6, 2005 (CCN 191608).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who completed the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 94% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 95% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which is often due to smaller patient survey counts rather than a reflection of care quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered, Hospice Of Leesville scored 80.30, compared to the Louisiana state average of 96.14 — placing it below the state average on this measure. A related care index score of 10 and a rate of 78.9% for visits in the last days of life are also reported by CMS. Families are encouraged to review these figures directly on Medicare Care Compare for full context.
Hospice Of Leesville's service area covers 16 ZIP codes from its Leesville 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 that are provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data as supplied, and families should confirm current details directly with the hospice or on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of Leesville is Medicare-certified (CCN 191608) since July 6, 2005, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose eligibility is certified by a doctor.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
CMS data shows 94% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 95% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific star rating for this hospice in the data available.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 80.30, compared to a Louisiana state average of 96.14, placing it below the state average on this measure per CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Hospice Of Leesville serves 16 ZIP codes from its office in Leesville, Louisiana, in Vernon County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 16 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Hospice Of Leesville is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care; CMS quality measures and caregiver survey results are more direct indicators.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since July 6, 2005.
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 patients typically expected to have six months or less to live, and does not require pursuing curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No — hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; patients can still receive treatment for other conditions and symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided; please contact Hospice Of Leesville at (337) 239-1020 to ask where they provide care.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; contact Hospice Of Leesville at (337) 239-1020 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey results, quality measure scores, service area, staffing, and how care is coordinated; you can review these details for Hospice Of Leesville on Medicare Care Compare and confirm specifics by calling (337) 239-1020.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Of Leesville (CCN 191608) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/191608?state=LA to review its current CMS data.
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.