Compassus-Gadsden
Southside, AL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 011579)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.92 — above state average)
Serves: 66 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (256) 782-3560 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Compassus-Gadsden holds a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 86% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Alabama state average of 97.92.
Compassus-Gadsden serves 66 ZIP codes from its office in Southside, Alabama, in Etowah County.
Yes, Compassus-Gadsden is Medicare-certified (CCN 011579), certified since 2001, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Compassus-Gadsden is a for-profit hospice based in Southside, Alabama, serving families in Etowah County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since February 16, 2001 (CCN 011579), meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care for over two decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Compassus-Gadsden a 4-star rating. In that survey, 86% of respondents said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 82% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers a bundle of recommended care processes — Compassus-Gadsden scored 100.00, compared to the Alabama state average of 97.92, placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 81.5% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, a measure sometimes called the care index.
Compassus-Gadsden's service area, per CMS data, spans 66 ZIP codes from its Southside office.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. This listing does not include cost, staffing, or facility details beyond what CMS publishes; families should contact the hospice directly for further information.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Compassus-Gadsden is Medicare-certified (CCN 011579, since 2001), 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 survey, Compassus-Gadsden received a 4-star rating, with 86% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 82% 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 Alabama state average of 97.92. CMS also reports 81.5% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Compassus-Gadsden serves 66 ZIP codes from its Southside, Alabama office in Etowah County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 66 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Compassus-Gadsden is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality; CMS survey and process measures are better indicators of experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since February 16, 2001.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of illness to ease symptoms, while hospice care focuses on comfort for those with a life-limiting illness who have stopped curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No; choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, dignity, and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness, not giving up on care itself.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact Compassus-Gadsden at (256) 782-3560 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care, contact Compassus-Gadsden directly at (256) 782-3560 and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver survey ratings, service area, and quality measures like those published on Medicare Care Compare, and confirm current details directly with the hospice at (256) 782-3560.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Compassus-Gadsden (CCN 011579) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/011579?state=AL 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.