Arkansas Hospice Inc
Batesville, AR · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 041578)
CMS process measure: 99.12 (state average 97.84 — above state average)
Serves: 27 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (501) 748-3333 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said Arkansas Hospice Inc would be recommended 91% of the time, with 94% giving it a top overall rating of 9 or 10. On CMS's composite process measure, the hospice scored 99.12, above the Arkansas state average of 97.84.
Arkansas Hospice Inc serves 27 ZIP codes from its Batesville, AR office in Independence County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Arkansas Hospice Inc is Medicare-certified, with CCN 041578, certified since June 27, 2008. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Arkansas Hospice Inc is a non-profit hospice based in Batesville, Arkansas, serving families in Independence County and the surrounding area. According to CMS Care Compare data, the hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 27, 2008.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, 91% of caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 94% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided; this can happen when the reported patient counts are small, and it should not be read as a sign of lower quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, Arkansas Hospice Inc scored 99.12, which is above the Arkansas state average of 97.84. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 74.4% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life, based on the CMS data set referenced here.
Arkansas Hospice Inc's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 27 ZIP codes from its Batesville office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible Medicare beneficiaries. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to review the current listing directly on Care Compare for the most up-to-date figures, and to contact the hospice directly with any specific questions about care.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Arkansas Hospice Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 041578) since June 27, 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, 91% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Arkansas Hospice Inc, and 94% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate star rating for this hospice in the data available here.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Arkansas Hospice Inc's composite process score is 99.12, which is above the Arkansas state average of 97.84, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Based on CMS data, Arkansas Hospice Inc serves 27 ZIP codes from its office in Batesville, Independence County, Arkansas.
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?
Arkansas Hospice Inc is a non-profit organization, according to CMS records. Ownership type is one factor among many; CMS quality and survey data offer a fuller picture of care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Arkansas Hospice Inc has been Medicare-certified since June 27, 2008, per 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 generally for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up care or attention — hospice teams continue to actively manage symptoms and support patients and families.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for Arkansas Hospice Inc. Please contact the hospice at (501) 748-3333 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process. Please contact Arkansas Hospice Inc directly at (501) 748-3333 to learn how to begin care, and verify current information 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 the size of the service area — all of which are reported here from CMS data. For questions about day-to-day care specifics, contact the hospice directly at (501) 748-3333.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Arkansas Hospice Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/041578?state=AR to confirm current CMS data.
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.