Meda
1624 Milam St, Shreveport, LA, 71103
You're not expected to know this. These questions help you compare and avoid surprises.
“Can I see your General Price List?”
Federal law (FTC Funeral Rule) requires them to give you itemized pricing. You have every right to ask.
“Do you accept insurance assignment?”
This means they bill the insurance company directly. You don't pay thousands upfront and wait to be reimbursed.
“What's included vs. what's extra?”
Packages may not include everything. Ask about the casket, embalming, transportation, facility fees, and death certificate copies.
“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.
Know Your Rights
The FTC Funeral Rule protects you. Every funeral home must provide an itemized General Price List if you ask — in person or over the phone. You are never required to buy a package and can choose services individually. You also have the right to use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Average in Louisiana
$2,246 – $7,063
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $2,246–$7,063. If your loved one had a life insurance policy, the benefit can cover these costs — and we'll file the claim and handle the carrier for you, even without the policy number. $0 upfront, and nothing if it doesn't pay out.
“Patrick Pratt, a driver for this company, came to the Houston airport at Bush Intercontinental and was rude to our staff. As the security agent at the company, I had to watch as he waited no more than five minutes before rudely interrupting another employee as she was processing another person's cargo. He then went on saying he had waited too long for his check to be scanned and wanted to speak to the manager whom had yet to arrive. His voice kept raising despite our attempts to quell his anger, but his childish tantrum wore on. Even the customer being helped by the harassed employee stood up in her defense when his anger escalated into lies. I hope we never have to do business with him ever again.”
— Megan Bray
“Awful.”
— Theresa Polk
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— Merlin Stacy
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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