Heartsong Hospice
Columbia, SC · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 421656)
CMS process measure: not reported
Serves: 0 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (803) 722-0662 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results or a composite process measure score for Heartsong Hospice at this time. This is common for newly certified hospices or those with small patient counts, and does not indicate poor quality of care.
The data provided does not specify the number of ZIP codes served by Heartsong Hospice. The hospice is based in Columbia, South Carolina, in Richland County; contact the hospice directly to confirm its service area.
Yes, Heartsong Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 421656), certified since December 9, 2025. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Heartsong Hospice is a Medicare-certified hospice located in Columbia, South Carolina, in Richland County. According to CMS Care Compare records, the hospice has been Medicare-certified since December 9, 2025. The data provided does not specify whether Heartsong Hospice is operated as a for-profit, non-profit, or government-run agency; families are encouraged to confirm ownership details directly with the hospice.
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for this hospice, including a star rating, the percentage of caregivers who would definitely recommend the hospice, or the percentage rating it 9-10. This is often the case for hospices that are newly certified or have small patient counts, and it should not be taken to suggest anything about the quality of care provided.
Similarly, CMS has not published a composite process measure score for Heartsong Hospice, so no comparison can be made to the South Carolina state average composite score of 97.78 at this time.
The data available does not indicate the number of ZIP codes served by this hospice; families should contact the hospice directly to learn about its service area.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility. All figures cited here come from CMS Care Compare data as provided; families are encouraged to review the official Care Compare listing for the most current information.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Heartsong Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 421656), certified since December 9, 2025. 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?
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for Heartsong Hospice, often due to small patient counts; this does not indicate poor quality of care.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
CMS has not published a composite process measure score for Heartsong Hospice, so no comparison to the South Carolina state average of 97.78 is available.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
The data provided does not specify the number of ZIP codes served; please contact Heartsong Hospice at (803) 722-0662 to confirm its service area.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 0 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
The data provided does not specify the ownership type of Heartsong Hospice; contact the hospice at (803) 722-0662 to learn more. Ownership type can affect organizational structure, but it does not by itself determine quality of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Heartsong Hospice has been Medicare-certified since December 9, 2025.
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 and quality of life for patients who are no longer pursuing curative treatment, typically with a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curative treatment; it is a choice about the type of care, not about giving up.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Heartsong Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (803) 722-0662 to ask about locations of care.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care with Heartsong Hospice, contact the hospice directly at (803) 722-0662 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about services offered, staffing, how care is coordinated, and caregiver satisfaction; contact Heartsong Hospice at (803) 722-0662 for specifics and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Heartsong Hospice's certification and any published quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/421656?state=SC.
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.