Compassus-Memphis
Southaven, MS · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 251656)
CMS process measure: 99.15 (state average 97.83 — above state average)
Serves: 27 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (662) 393-4033 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported that 79% would definitely recommend Compassus-Memphis, and it scored 99.15 on CMS's composite process measure, above the Mississippi state average of 97.83. A specific CAHPS star rating has not been published by CMS for this hospice.
Compassus-Memphis serves 27 ZIP codes from its Southaven, MS office in Desoto County. Families in the surrounding area can contact the hospice directly to confirm coverage for a specific address.
Yes, Compassus-Memphis is Medicare-certified, with CCN 251656, certified since 2009. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Compassus-Memphis is a for-profit hospice provider based in Southaven, Mississippi, serving families in Desoto County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since December 2, 2009 (CCN 251656).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers surveyed through the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 79% would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 72% rated their overall experience with the hospice a 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can happen when patient counts are small; this does not indicate poor quality.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes — Compassus-Memphis scored 99.15, compared to a Mississippi state average of 97.83, placing it above the state average. Additional CMS figures on record include a care index score of 8 and a rate of 61.1% for visits occurring in the last days of life.
Compassus-Memphis reports serving 27 ZIP codes from its Southaven office. As a Medicare-certified hospice, care under the Medicare hospice benefit is covered for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond this are provided here.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data. 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. Compassus-Memphis is Medicare-certified (CCN 251656) since December 2009, 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?
According to CMS Care Compare, 79% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Compassus-Memphis, and 72% rated their overall experience a 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific star rating for this hospice in this data.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Compassus-Memphis scored 99.15 on CMS's composite process measure, compared to a Mississippi state average of 97.83, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Compassus-Memphis reports serving 27 ZIP codes from its Southaven, MS office in Desoto County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 27 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Compassus-Memphis is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not itself determine quality; CMS survey and process scores are better indicators of a hospice's performance.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Compassus-Memphis has been Medicare-certified since December 2, 2009.
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 people with a life-limiting illness who are no longer pursuing curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for Compassus-Memphis; please contact the hospice at (662) 393-4033 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not detail the admission process; please contact Compassus-Memphis at (662) 393-4033 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, how process measures compare to state averages, and the range of ZIP codes served — figures that are available for Compassus-Memphis on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Compassus-Memphis directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/251656?state=MS to review its current CMS-reported 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.