Lifepath Hospice Care Services, Llc
Shreveport, LA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 191574)
CMS process measure: 60.13 (state average 96.14 — below state average)
Serves: 40 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (318) 222-5711 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Lifepath Hospice Care Services holds a 5-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 93% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 60.13, which is below the Louisiana state average of 96.14.
Lifepath Hospice Care Services serves 40 ZIP codes from its office in Shreveport, Louisiana, in Caddo County.
Yes, Lifepath Hospice Care Services is Medicare-certified (CCN 191574, since 2003); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Lifepath Hospice Care Services, LLC is a Medicare-certified hospice based in Shreveport, Louisiana, serving families in Caddo County and the surrounding area. The agency is classified by CMS as an 'Other' ownership type and has been Medicare-certified since April 1, 2003.
According to CMS Care Compare CAHPS survey data, family caregivers gave Lifepath Hospice Care Services an overall rating of 5 stars. Ninety-three percent of surveyed caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 92% rated the hospice 9 or 10 out of 10 overall.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes are delivered, Lifepath Hospice Care Services scored 60.13, compared to a Louisiana state average of 96.14 — placing this hospice below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 77.0% of patients received visits in the final days of life, per the most recent published data. Families should know that a lower score on one measure does not describe every aspect of care, and where CMS has not published a figure, that is often due to small patient counts rather than an indication of poor quality.
The hospice's service area currently spans 40 ZIP codes. As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Lifepath Hospice Care Services is Medicare-certified (CCN 191574) since April 1, 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?
CMS CAHPS survey data shows a 5-star overall family caregiver rating, with 93% saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 92% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 60.13, compared to a Louisiana state average of 96.14, placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and that 77.0% of patients received visits in their final days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Lifepath Hospice Care Services serves 40 ZIP codes from its office in Shreveport, Louisiana, in Caddo 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?
CMS lists its ownership type as 'Other.' Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS quality measures and caregiver survey results are more direct indicators.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since April 1, 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 specifically for people with a life-limiting illness who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than treatments aimed at curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; contact Lifepath Hospice Care Services at (318) 222-5711 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start care, contact Lifepath Hospice Care Services directly at (318) 222-5711, as the process for eligibility and enrollment is not detailed in the CMS data provided.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how the hospice performs on CMS quality measures, what areas it serves, and how care is coordinated — many of these can be reviewed on Medicare Care Compare at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/191574?state=LA.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Lifepath Hospice Care Services directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/191574?state=LA to confirm current ratings and details.
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.