Blessing Hospice
Quincy, IL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 141501)
CMS process measure: 99.36 (state average 96.22 — above state average)
Serves: 61 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (217) 228-5521 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Blessing Hospice earned a 5 out of 5 star rating from family caregivers on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 93% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its composite process measure score of 99.36 is above the Illinois state average of 96.22.
Blessing Hospice serves 61 ZIP codes from its office in Quincy, Illinois, in Adams County.
Yes, Blessing Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 141501, since 1984); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Blessing Hospice is a non-profit hospice serving the Quincy, Illinois area, and has been Medicare-certified since June 4, 1984 (CCN 141501). This long history means families in the region have had access to this hospice's services for several decades.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data (CAHPS family caregiver survey), Blessing Hospice earned an overall star rating of 5 out of 5. Among families who responded to the survey, 93% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 89% rated their overall experience with the hospice between 9 and 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the direct experiences of family caregivers of patients who received care.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice follows recommended care processes, Blessing Hospice scored 99.36, which is above the Illinois state average of 96.22. This suggests that, based on this measure, the hospice performs favorably compared to other hospices in the state.
Blessing Hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, covers 61 ZIP codes from its office in Quincy, located in Adams County, Illinois.
All figures cited here come from CMS Care Compare data. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond this are available in this listing.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Blessing Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 141501) and has been since June 4, 1984. 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?
Family caregivers gave Blessing Hospice an overall CAHPS star rating of 5 out of 5. 93% said they would definitely recommend the hospice, and 89% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Blessing Hospice's composite process measure score is 99.36, compared to the Illinois state average of 96.22, placing it above the state average on this measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Blessing Hospice serves 61 ZIP codes from its office in Quincy, Illinois, in Adams County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 61 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Blessing Hospice is organized as a non-profit. Ownership type can be one factor families consider, but CMS data on quality measures and caregiver surveys offers more direct insight into experience of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Blessing Hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 4, 1984.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care is generally for patients with a terminal diagnosis who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment. Both types of care emphasize managing symptoms and supporting quality of life.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom management, and quality of life rather than pursuing treatments aimed at curing the underlying illness. It does not mean giving up on care — hospice teams work to actively manage pain and other symptoms.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This listing's CMS data does not specify care settings. Please contact Blessing Hospice at (217) 228-5521 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process. Please contact Blessing Hospice at (217) 228-5521 and verify details 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 the size of its service area — all of which are reflected in this listing's CMS data. For details specific to your situation, contact Blessing Hospice at (217) 228-5521.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Blessing Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/141501?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.