Crescent Hospice
Bluffton, SC · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 421574)
CMS process measure: 99.63 (state average 97.78 — above state average)
Serves: 85 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (843) 757-9388 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Crescent Hospice has a 3-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 84% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.63 is above the South Carolina state average of 97.78.
Crescent Hospice serves 85 ZIP codes from its Bluffton, South Carolina office in Beaufort County.
Yes, Crescent Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 421574, since 2007); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Crescent Hospice is a for-profit hospice located in Bluffton, South Carolina, serving Beaufort County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since September 18, 2007 (CCN 421574).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Crescent Hospice an overall rating of 3 stars. Among those surveyed, 84% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 82% rated their experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes a set of recommended care processes, Crescent Hospice scored 99.63, compared to a South Carolina state average of 97.78 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and 69.9% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, per the available data.
Crescent Hospice reports serving 85 ZIP codes from its Bluffton office, indicating a fairly broad service area in the region.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent published vintage available. Where a specific measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which can happen for hospices with smaller patient counts and does not indicate poor quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here. This profile does not describe specific staff, facilities, or services beyond what CMS has published.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Crescent Hospice?
Yes, Crescent Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 421574) since September 18, 2007, 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?
CMS's CAHPS survey gives Crescent Hospice an overall family caregiver rating of 3 stars, with 84% saying they would definitely recommend it and 82% rating their experience 9 or 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Crescent Hospice's composite process score is 99.63, above the South Carolina state average of 97.78, placing it above average on this CMS measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Crescent Hospice reports serving 85 ZIP codes from its Bluffton, South Carolina location in Beaufort County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 85 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Crescent Hospice is organized as a for-profit hospice; ownership type is one factor among many, and CMS quality measures should be reviewed alongside it.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Crescent Hospice has been Medicare-certified since September 18, 2007.
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 who have stopped curative treatment and are generally expected to have a limited life expectancy.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up care or attention, and patients can still receive treatment for pain and other symptoms.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Crescent Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (843) 757-9388 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin hospice care with Crescent Hospice, contact them directly at (843) 757-9388 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, service area, staffing availability, and how care is coordinated; you can ask Crescent Hospice these questions directly at (843) 757-9388.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Crescent Hospice (CCN 421574) on the Medicare Care Compare website at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/421574?state=SC to confirm current ratings and details.
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.