Compassus-Jackson
Flowood, MS · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 251586)
CMS process measure: 99.42 (state average 97.83 — above state average)
Serves: 55 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (601) 956-9755 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers reported that 82% would definitely recommend Compassus-Jackson, and 82% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10, according to CMS survey data. On CMS's composite care process measure, this hospice scored 99.42, above the Mississippi state average of 97.83.
Compassus-Jackson serves 55 ZIP codes from its office in Flowood, Mississippi, in Rankin County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Compassus-Jackson is Medicare-certified (CCN 251586), certified since 2004. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Compassus-Jackson is a for-profit hospice based in Flowood, Mississippi, serving families in Rankin County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since April 16, 2004, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care for two decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 82% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 82% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific overall CAHPS star rating figure in this data set for this hospice, so families should check the Care Compare site directly for the most current star rating if one is listed.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects whether recommended care processes were delivered, Compassus-Jackson scored 99.42, compared with a Mississippi state average of 97.83 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 67.4% of patients received visits during the last days of life, a measure of timely, hands-on care near end of life.
Compassus-Jackson's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 55 ZIP codes from its Flowood office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond that are provided here. All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data and may be updated periodically by CMS; families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Care Compare before making decisions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Compassus-Jackson has been Medicare-certified since April 16, 2004 (CCN 251586), and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
According to CMS's CAHPS Hospice Survey data, 82% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 82% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure score is 99.42, compared with a Mississippi state average of 97.83, placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 67.4% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Compassus-Jackson serves 55 ZIP codes from its Flowood, Mississippi office in Rankin County, based on CMS data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 55 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Compassus-Jackson is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS quality measures and survey results are better indicators to review.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since April 16, 2004, over two decades of certification.
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 decided to stop curative treatment and focus on comfort, typically when a doctor estimates a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness; patients can still receive treatment for pain, symptoms, and other needs, and can change their care plan if their situation changes.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided. Please contact Compassus-Jackson at (601) 956-9755 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The CMS data does not describe intake steps. Please contact Compassus-Jackson directly at (601) 956-9755 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey results, quality measure scores, service area, and how care is coordinated; you can compare these figures for Compassus-Jackson and other hospices on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Compassus-Jackson (CCN 251586) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/251586?state=MS to confirm current ratings and measures.
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.