N S I Hospice, L L C
Lafayette, LA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 191606)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 96.14 — above state average)
Serves: 27 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (337) 347-8826 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported strongly positive experiences with N S I Hospice, L L C: 95% said they would definitely recommend it, and 97% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, this hospice scored 100.00, above the Louisiana state average of 96.14.
N S I Hospice, L L C serves 27 ZIP codes from its office in Lafayette, Louisiana, in Lafayette County. Families in the surrounding area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific address falls within the service area.
Yes, N S I Hospice, L L C is Medicare-certified (CCN 191606), certified since 2005. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
N S I Hospice, L L C is a for-profit hospice located in Lafayette, Louisiana, serving families in Lafayette County and surrounding areas. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since April 15, 2005, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care for close to two decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported strong experiences with this provider. Ninety-five percent said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 97 percent rated the hospice 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. CMS has not published a separate CAHPS star rating figure for this listing, though the underlying recommendation and rating percentages are available.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, N S I Hospice, L L C scored 100.00, compared to a Louisiana state average of 96.14 — placing this hospice above the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 77.3% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, per the visits-near-end-of-life measure.
The hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 27 ZIP codes. As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries once a doctor certifies a terminal prognosis; no additional cost details are provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and may be updated periodically by CMS.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. N S I Hospice, L L C is Medicare-certified (CCN 191606), certified since April 15, 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 the CMS CAHPS survey, 95% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 97% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
N S I Hospice, L L C scored 100.00 on CMS's composite process measure, above the Louisiana state average of 96.14.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, this hospice serves 27 ZIP codes from its office in Lafayette, Lafayette County, Louisiana.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 27 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
N S I Hospice, L L C is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not determine quality on its own; CMS quality measures and caregiver survey results are more direct indicators of experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since April 15, 2005.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness to manage symptoms, while hospice care focuses on comfort for those who have stopped curative treatment, typically with a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting focus from curative treatment to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care — patients still receive medical attention aimed at easing symptoms and supporting dignity.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify where this hospice provides care; contact N S I Hospice, L L C at (337) 347-8826 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; contact N S I Hospice, L L C at (337) 347-8826 to learn how to begin care and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about services offered, how staff support caregivers, and how the hospice performed on CMS's caregiver survey and quality measures; contact N S I Hospice, L L C at (337) 347-8826 for details specific to your needs.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up N S I Hospice, L L C directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/191606?state=LA using CCN 191606.
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.