Community Hospice
Tupelo, MS · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 251595)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.83 — above state average)
Serves: 69 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (662) 823-9850 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published an overall CAHPS star rating for Community Hospice, but 86% of family caregivers surveyed said they would definitely recommend it. Its composite process score of 100.00 is above the Mississippi state average of 97.83.
Community Hospice serves 69 ZIP codes from its office in Tupelo, Mississippi, in Lee County.
Yes, Community Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 251595, since 2004); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Community Hospice is a for-profit hospice serving Tupelo, Mississippi and the surrounding Lee County area. It has been Medicare-certified since December 15, 2004 (CCN 251595). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies a terminal prognosis; no separate fee information is provided here.
According to CMS Care Compare data, CMS has not published a CAHPS overall star rating for this hospice, which often happens when the number of surveyed patients is small; this is not an indication of poor quality. Family caregivers who did respond reported that 86% would definitely recommend Community Hospice, and 83% gave it a top rating of 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Community Hospice scored 100.00, compared with a Mississippi state average of 97.83 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 84.1% of patients received visits in their last days of life, and a care index score of 10.
Community Hospice's service area, as reported to CMS, spans 69 ZIP codes. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the vintage published by CMS at the time this listing was compiled. Families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Community Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 251595) since December 15, 2004, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose doctor certifies they are eligible.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
CMS has not published an overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice, often due to small patient counts, but 86% of surveyed family caregivers said they would definitely recommend it and 83% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Community Hospice's composite process score is 100.00, which is above the Mississippi state average of 97.83. CMS also reports 84.1% of patients received visits in their last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Community Hospice, based in Tupelo, Mississippi in Lee County, serves 69 ZIP codes according to CMS data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 69 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Community Hospice is a for-profit organization. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality; CMS quality measures like the composite process score offer more direct comparisons.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Community Hospice has been Medicare-certified since December 15, 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 is for patients who have a terminal prognosis and have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; patients can still receive treatment for symptoms and other conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided data does not specify where Community Hospice delivers care; please contact them at (662) 823-9850 or check Medicare Care Compare for details.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data does not describe the enrollment process; contact Community Hospice at (662) 823-9850 to ask about starting care and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about services offered, staff availability, how visits are scheduled, and how the hospice's CMS quality scores compare to others in your area; contact Community Hospice at (662) 823-9850 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Community Hospice (CCN 251595) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/251595?state=MS to review 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.