Central Missouri Hospice
Jefferson City, MO · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 261553)
CMS process measure: 98.73 (state average 95.27 — above state average)
Serves: 53 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (573) 681-3750 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Central Missouri Hospice received a 4 out of 5 star rating from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 89% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.73 is above the Missouri state average of 95.27.
Central Missouri Hospice serves 53 ZIP codes from its Jefferson City, Missouri office in Cole County. Families in this area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific address falls within its service area.
Yes, Central Missouri Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 261553), certified since October 20, 1994. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Central Missouri Hospice is a for-profit hospice agency based in Jefferson City, Missouri (Cole County), Medicare-certified since October 20, 1994 under CCN 261553. According to CMS Care Compare data, this listing draws on the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey and CMS quality measures.
In the CAHPS survey, Central Missouri Hospice received an overall star rating of 4 out of 5 from family caregivers. Of those surveyed, 89% said they would definitely recommend the hospice to others, and 84% rated the hospice 9 or 10 out of 10 overall.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered, Central Missouri Hospice scored 98.73, compared to a Missouri state average of 95.27 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 71.3% of patients received visits in the last days of life, a measure some families find useful when comparing hospices, though CMS has not published every possible quality measure for every hospice, sometimes due to small patient counts; this does not indicate poor quality.
Central Missouri Hospice serves a broad area, covering 53 ZIP codes from its Jefferson City office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost information beyond that is provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as most recently published; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare or by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Central Missouri Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 261553) and has been since October 20, 1994. 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, Central Missouri Hospice received an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with 89% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 84% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 98.73, compared to a Missouri state average of 95.27, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Central Missouri Hospice serves 53 ZIP codes from its Jefferson City, Missouri office in Cole County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 53 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Central Missouri Hospice is a for-profit agency. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality; CMS quality measures and CAHPS survey results are better indicators of family experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since October 20, 1994.
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, typically when life expectancy is six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means focusing on comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness, but it does not mean giving up care — patients still receive medical, emotional, and spiritual support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided doesn't specify where this hospice delivers care; contact Central Missouri Hospice at (573) 681-3750 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Contact Central Missouri Hospice directly at (573) 681-3750 to ask about the process for starting care, and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about CAHPS survey results, CMS quality measures, service area, and how care is coordinated; you can review Central Missouri Hospice's published figures above and contact them at (573) 681-3750 for further specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Central Missouri Hospice (CCN 261553) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/261553?state=MO to confirm current certification and quality 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.