Caris Healthcare
Murfreesboro, TN · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 441584)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 98.92 — above state average)
Serves: 93 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (615) 217-8720 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Caris Healthcare holds a 4-star rating from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 86% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Tennessee state average of 98.92.
Caris Healthcare serves 93 ZIP codes from its Murfreesboro, TN office in Rutherford County. Families should confirm their specific ZIP code is covered by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Caris Healthcare is Medicare-certified, with CCN 441584, certified since 2004. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Caris Healthcare is a for-profit hospice based in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, serving Rutherford County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since March 8, 2004 (CCN 441584).
According to CMS Care Compare data drawn from the CAHPS Hospice Survey of family caregivers, Caris Healthcare holds a 4-star rating. Among families who responded, 86% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 83% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experience of families whose loved ones received care from this provider, as reported directly to CMS surveyors.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered — Caris Healthcare scored 100.00, compared to a Tennessee state average of 98.92, placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 62.8% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, part of the broader CMS Care Index framework.
Caris Healthcare's service area, as listed on Medicare Care Compare, covers 93 ZIP codes, indicating a broad regional reach from its Murfreesboro office.
All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare or by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Caris Healthcare is Medicare-certified (CCN 441584) since March 8, 2004, 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?
Caris Healthcare has a 4-star CAHPS rating, with 86% of family 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?
Its composite process score is 100.00, above the Tennessee state average of 98.92, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Caris Healthcare serves 93 ZIP codes from its Murfreesboro, TN office in Rutherford County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 93 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Caris Healthcare is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but CMS publishes it for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Caris Healthcare has been Medicare-certified since March 8, 2004.
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 terminal diagnosis who have chosen to stop curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus from curing an illness to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care, but rather changing its goals.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Caris Healthcare at (615) 217-8720 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care with Caris Healthcare, contact them directly at (615) 217-8720 and confirm current enrollment steps on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Consider asking about CAHPS survey results, how the composite process score compares to the state average, service area coverage, and how care is coordinated — Caris Healthcare can be reached at (615) 217-8720 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Caris Healthcare (CCN 441584) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/441584?state=TN to confirm current ratings and service details.
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.