St Joseph Hospice Of Bayou Region
Thibodaux, LA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 191602)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 96.14 — above state average)
Serves: 39 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (985) 447-0095 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
St Joseph Hospice Of Bayou Region has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 84% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Louisiana state average of 96.14.
St Joseph Hospice Of Bayou Region serves 39 ZIP codes from its Thibodaux, Louisiana office, located in Lafourche County.
Yes, St Joseph Hospice Of Bayou Region is Medicare-certified (CCN 191602, since 2005); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
St Joseph Hospice Of Bayou Region is a for-profit hospice based in Thibodaux, Louisiana, serving families in Lafourche County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since March 11, 2005 (CCN 191602).
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, family caregivers gave St Joseph Hospice Of Bayou Region a 4-star CAHPS rating. Among survey respondents, 84% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 86% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently the hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes — St Joseph Hospice Of Bayou Region scored 100.00, above the Louisiana state average of 96.14. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 37.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life, per the most recent published data.
The hospice's service area, based on CMS data, spans 39 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no additional cost information is provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent published vintage available. Where a measure is not mentioned above, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which often happens simply because of small patient counts rather than any indication of quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. St Joseph Hospice Of Bayou Region has been Medicare-certified since March 11, 2005 (CCN 191602), 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's CAHPS survey gives this hospice a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 84% saying they would definitely recommend it and 86% 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 100.00, which is above the Louisiana state average of 96.14, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data shows this hospice serves 39 ZIP codes from its Thibodaux, Louisiana office in Lafourche County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 39 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
St Joseph Hospice Of Bayou Region is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality, but CMS publishes it for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 11, 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 for those with a life-limiting illness who have chosen to stop 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 from curing an illness to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care or support, and patients can discuss their goals with their medical team at any time.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This information is not included in the CMS data provided; please contact St Joseph Hospice Of Bayou Region at (985) 447-0095 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn about starting care, contact St Joseph Hospice Of Bayou Region directly at (985) 447-0095 and confirm current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how often patients receive visits near the end of life, what services are included, and how the hospice communicates with families — St Joseph Hospice Of Bayou Region can be reached at (985) 447-0095 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view St Joseph Hospice Of Bayou Region's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/191602?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.