Halcyon Hospice- Philadelphia
Philadelphia, MS · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 251677)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.83 — above state average)
Serves: 53 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (601) 656-7411 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed for Halcyon Hospice- Philadelphia reported that 85% would definitely recommend the hospice, and 78% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Mississippi state average of 97.83.
Halcyon Hospice- Philadelphia serves 53 ZIP codes from its office in Philadelphia, Mississippi, in Neshoba County.
Yes, Halcyon Hospice- Philadelphia is Medicare-certified, with CCN 251677, certified since September 27, 2012. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Halcyon Hospice- Philadelphia is a for-profit hospice based in Philadelphia, Mississippi, in Neshoba County. It has been Medicare-certified since September 27, 2012, with the certification number (CCN) 251677.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 85% would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 78% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 on a 0-10 scale. CMS has not published a specific overall CAHPS star rating figure beyond these percentages in the data provided here.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core care processes were delivered, Halcyon Hospice- Philadelphia scored 100.00, compared to a Mississippi state average of 97.83 — placing it above the state average. A related care index figure of 7 and a rate of 75.0% for visits near the end of life were also reported by CMS, though families should confirm the meaning and context of these figures directly with CMS Care Compare or the hospice.
The hospice serves a broad area, covering 53 ZIP codes from its Philadelphia, Mississippi office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as provided; where a measure is not listed here, it has not been published for this hospice, which is often the result of small patient survey counts rather than any indication of quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Halcyon Hospice- Philadelphia is Medicare-certified (CCN 251677) since September 27, 2012, 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, 85% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 78% rated 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 measure score is 100.00, compared to a Mississippi state average of 97.83, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 53 ZIP codes from its office in Philadelphia, Mississippi, in Neshoba County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 53 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Halcyon Hospice- Philadelphia is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS quality and survey measures are the best data-based comparison point.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since September 27, 2012.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness to ease symptoms, while hospice care focuses on comfort for patients who have stopped pursuing curative treatment and typically have a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus from curing an illness to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care, and patients can still receive medical attention for symptom relief and support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where care is provided; please contact Halcyon Hospice- Philadelphia at (601) 656-7411 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin the process of arranging care, contact Halcyon Hospice- Philadelphia directly at (601) 656-7411 and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about services offered, staff availability, how care is coordinated, and how the hospice supports the patient and family; contact Halcyon Hospice- Philadelphia at (601) 656-7411 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Halcyon Hospice- Philadelphia (CCN 251677) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/251677?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.