Bjc Hospice
Glen Carbon, IL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 141637)
CMS process measure: 99.83 (state average 96.22 — above state average)
Serves: 114 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (618) 463-7100 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Bjc Hospice has a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 85% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.83 is above the Illinois state average of 96.22.
Bjc Hospice serves 114 ZIP codes from its office in Glen Carbon, Illinois, in Madison County.
Yes, Bjc Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 141637, since 2011); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Bjc Hospice is a non-profit hospice based in Glen Carbon, Illinois, serving families in Madison County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since May 27, 2011, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 141637.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Bjc Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 85% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 83% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes a set of recommended care processes, Bjc Hospice scored 99.83, compared to the Illinois state average of 96.22 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and notes that 57.4% of patients received visits in the final days of life, per the published data.
Bjc Hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 114 ZIP codes, indicating a fairly broad reach from its Glen Carbon office.
Where CMS has not published a particular measure for a hospice, this is often due to small patient counts, not an indication of quality. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond this are provided here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Bjc Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 141637) since May 27, 2011, 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 Hospice Survey, Bjc Hospice received a 4-star overall rating, with 85% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 83% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Bjc Hospice's composite process score is 99.83, compared to the Illinois state average of 96.22, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Bjc Hospice, located in Glen Carbon, IL (Madison County), serves 114 ZIP codes according to CMS data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 114 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Bjc Hospice is organized as a non-profit. Ownership type can reflect organizational structure and mission, but CMS quality measures and caregiver survey results are the most direct indicators of the care experience reported.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Bjc Hospice has been Medicare-certified since May 27, 2011.
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 patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor determines 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, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for Bjc Hospice; please contact the hospice at (618) 463-7100 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin hospice care with Bjc Hospice, contact them directly at (618) 463-7100 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how a hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, and its service area — all of which are reported for Bjc Hospice above; for questions about staffing or specific services, contact the hospice at (618) 463-7100.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Bjc Hospice (CCN 141637) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/141637?state=IL 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.