Pinnacle Hospice
Baton Rouge, LA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 191662)
CMS process measure: 98.32 (state average 96.14 — above state average)
Serves: 67 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (225) 214-0043 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Pinnacle Hospice has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 84% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.32 is above the Louisiana state average of 96.14.
Pinnacle Hospice serves 67 ZIP codes from its Baton Rouge, Louisiana office in East Baton Rouge County. Families can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether a specific address falls within its service area.
Yes, Pinnacle Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 191662, certified since April 8, 2008. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Pinnacle Hospice is a for-profit hospice serving the Baton Rouge, Louisiana area, Medicare-certified since April 8, 2008 (CCN 191662). It provides care across 67 ZIP codes from its Baton Rouge office in East Baton Rouge County.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Pinnacle Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Of those surveyed, 84% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to family and friends, and 84% rated their overall experience with the hospice as a 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences of caregivers who chose to respond to the survey and are published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently the hospice performs a set of recommended care processes, Pinnacle Hospice scored 98.32, compared to a Louisiana state average of 96.14 — placing it above the state average. CMS also lists a care index score of 9 and reports that 45.2% of patients received visits during the last days of life, as published in Care Compare data.
All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent vintage published by CMS at the time this profile was compiled. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, often because of small patient counts, which does not by itself indicate poor quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here. This profile does not describe staffing, facilities, or specific services beyond what CMS has published.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Pinnacle Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 191662) since April 8, 2008, 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?
Caregivers gave Pinnacle Hospice a 4-star CAHPS rating overall, with 84% saying they would definitely recommend it and 84% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Pinnacle Hospice's composite process score is 98.32, above the Louisiana state average of 96.14, per CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Pinnacle Hospice serves 67 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 67 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Pinnacle Hospice is a for-profit organization; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but families can consider it alongside CMS survey and quality measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Pinnacle Hospice has been Medicare-certified since April 8, 2008.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care is for patients who have chosen to stop curative treatment and focus on comfort, typically when a doctor estimates 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 and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up medical care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Pinnacle Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (225) 214-0043 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin hospice care with Pinnacle Hospice, contact them directly at (225) 214-0043 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures, service area, and how care is coordinated; Pinnacle Hospice can be contacted at (225) 214-0043 for specifics not covered by published CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Pinnacle Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/191662?state=LA to confirm current CMS-published information.
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.