Hospice T L C, Inc
Winnsboro, LA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 191617)
CMS process measure: 81.72 (state average 96.14 — below state average)
Serves: 19 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (318) 435-9111 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers reported that 89% would definitely recommend Hospice T L C, Inc, and 94% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10, based on CMS survey data. On the CMS composite process measure, the hospice scored 81.72 compared with a Louisiana state average of 96.14, placing it below the state average.
Hospice T L C, Inc serves 19 ZIP codes from its Winnsboro, Louisiana office in Franklin County. Families in that area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included.
Yes, Hospice T L C, Inc is Medicare-certified, with CCN 191617, certified since December 19, 2005. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice T L C, Inc is a for-profit hospice based in Winnsboro, Louisiana, serving families in Franklin County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since December 19, 2005.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, 89% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 94% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a distinct overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, though the recommendation and rating percentages reflect direct feedback from families who used its services.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core care processes are delivered, Hospice T L C, Inc scored 81.72, compared with a Louisiana state average of 96.14 — placing it below the state average on this measure. A related quality indicator, the care index score, is listed at 7, and 12.6% of patients received visits in the final days of life according to the data provided. CMS has not published every possible quality measure for every hospice, often due to small patient counts, and a missing figure should not be read as a sign of poor quality.
The hospice's service area covers 19 ZIP codes from its Winnsboro office. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details beyond that are provided here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice T L C, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 191617) since December 19, 2005, 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 CMS survey data, 89% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Hospice T L C, Inc, and 94% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
The hospice's composite process score is 81.72, compared with a Louisiana state average of 96.14, placing it below the state average on this measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Hospice T L C, Inc serves 19 ZIP codes from its Winnsboro, Louisiana office in Franklin County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 19 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Hospice T L C, Inc is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care, but it can affect how a hospice is financed and structured.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since December 19, 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 and quality of life when curative treatment is no longer being pursued, typically for those with a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, dignity, and symptom management rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean stopping all care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact Hospice T L C, Inc at (318) 435-9111 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact Hospice T L C, Inc at (318) 435-9111 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction, how care processes compare to state averages, service area coverage, and how a hospice communicates with patients and families — figures for Hospice T L C, Inc are noted above, and further questions can be directed to (318) 435-9111.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice T L C, Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/191617?state=LA to confirm 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.