Hospice Compassus-Central Missouri
Jefferson City, MO · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 261559)
CMS process measure: 99.57 (state average 95.27 — above state average)
Serves: 101 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (573) 556-3547 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Compassus-Central Missouri holds a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 89% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.57 is above the Missouri state average of 95.27.
Hospice Compassus-Central Missouri serves 101 ZIP codes from its Jefferson City, Missouri office in Cole County.
Yes, Hospice Compassus-Central Missouri is Medicare-certified (CCN 261559, since 1995); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Compassus-Central Missouri is a for-profit hospice based in Jefferson City, Missouri, serving Cole County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since March 29, 1995, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care for nearly three decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 89% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85% rated their experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes, this hospice scored 99.57, compared to the Missouri state average of 95.27 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 60.3% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, per the published data.
This hospice's service area, as recorded by CMS, spans 101 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. No cost information beyond this is provided here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often related to small patient sample sizes and does not indicate poor quality. Families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Hospice Compassus-Central Missouri is Medicare-certified (CCN 261559) since March 29, 1995, 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 CAHPS survey data, this hospice earned a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 89% saying they would definitely recommend it and 85% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 99.57, above the Missouri state average of 95.27, and CMS lists a care index score of 10.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data shows this hospice serves 101 ZIP codes from its Jefferson City, Missouri location in Cole County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 101 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is organized as a for-profit entity; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, and CMS quality measures are the best way to compare providers.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 29, 1995.
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 focused on comfort for those who have stopped 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 of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact the hospice at (573) 556-3547 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact the hospice at (573) 556-3547 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, CMS quality scores, service area, and how care needs will be met; contact the hospice at (573) 556-3547 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Compassus-Central Missouri (CCN 261559) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/261559?state=MO 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.