St Catherine'S Hospice, Llc
La Place, LA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 191623)
CMS process measure: 69.5 (state average 96.14 — below state average)
Serves: 78 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (985) 651-9733 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
St Catherine's Hospice has a CAHPS family caregiver star rating of 3 out of 5, with 79% of caregivers saying they'd definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 69.50 is below the Louisiana state average of 96.14.
St Catherine's Hospice serves 78 ZIP codes from its office in La Place, Louisiana, in St. John the Baptist county.
Yes, St Catherine's Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 191623, since 2006); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
St Catherine's Hospice, LLC is a for-profit hospice located in La Place, Louisiana, serving St. John the Baptist county and the surrounding area. According to CMS Care Compare data, the hospice has been Medicare-certified since May 25, 2006.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, St Catherine's Hospice received an overall star rating of 3 out of 5. Among caregivers surveyed, 79% said they would definitely recommend the hospice to others, and 81% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes a set of recommended care processes, St Catherine's Hospice scored 69.50, compared to a Louisiana state average of 96.14 — this places the hospice below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and indicates that 33.5% of patients received visits in the last days of life, according to the most recent published data.
The hospice reports serving 78 ZIP codes from its La Place office. Families should note that the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; this listing does not include cost information beyond that.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as published by CMS. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient counts rather than an indication of quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. St Catherine's Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 191623), certified since May 25, 2006, 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, the hospice received a 3 out of 5 star rating, with 79% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 81% rating their experience 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 69.50, compared to 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?
The hospice reports serving 78 ZIP codes from its office in La Place, Louisiana, in St. John the Baptist county.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 78 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
St Catherine's Hospice, LLC is a for-profit hospice; ownership type is reported by CMS but does not by itself indicate quality of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since May 25, 2006, according to CMS records.
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 for those who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies 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 on care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This information is not included in the CMS data provided; please contact the hospice at (985) 651-9733 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Please contact the hospice directly at (985) 651-9733 to discuss how to begin care, and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how quality measures compare to state averages, and areas served — for details specific to this hospice not covered here, contact them at (985) 651-9733.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view this hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/191623?state=LA.
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.