Hospice Of Cumberland County Inc
Crossville, TN · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 441511)
CMS process measure: 97.89 (state average 98.92 — below state average)
Serves: 19 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (931) 484-4748 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of Cumberland County Inc has a 5-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 96% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 97.89 is slightly below the Tennessee state average of 98.92.
Hospice Of Cumberland County Inc serves 19 ZIP codes from its office in Crossville, Tennessee, in Cumberland County. Families in this area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether a specific address falls within its service area.
Yes, Hospice Of Cumberland County Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 441511), certified since 1988. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of Cumberland County Inc is a for-profit hospice based in Crossville, Tennessee, serving families in Cumberland County. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 12, 1988, meaning it has met federal requirements for hospice care for over three decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data (CAHPS family caregiver survey), Hospice Of Cumberland County Inc received a 5-star caregiver rating. Among family caregivers surveyed, 96% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 90% rated their overall experience with the hospice a 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, this hospice scored 97.89, compared to a Tennessee state average of 98.92 — placing it slightly below the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and notes that 53.7% of patients received visits during the last days of life, based on published CMS data.
Hospice Of Cumberland County Inc's service area, per CMS data, covers 19 ZIP codes surrounding Crossville, Tennessee.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond that are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as supplied and should be verified directly on Care Compare for the most current vintage.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of Cumberland County Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 441511) since July 12, 1988, 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, this hospice received a 5-star family caregiver rating, with 96% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 90% 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 97.89, compared to a Tennessee state average of 98.92, placing it slightly below the state average. CMS also lists a care index score of 10 and reports that 53.7% of patients received visits during the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, it serves 19 ZIP codes from its office in Crossville, Tennessee, in Cumberland County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 19 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Hospice Of Cumberland County Inc is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS quality measures and caregiver survey results give a more direct picture.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since July 12, 1988.
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 those no longer pursuing curative treatment, typically when a doctor estimates 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 medical attention or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact them at (931) 484-4748 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 Hospice Of Cumberland County Inc at (931) 484-4748 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey ratings, CMS quality measures, service area, and how care is coordinated; you can review this hospice's published figures above and contact them at (931) 484-4748 for anything not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Of Cumberland County Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/441511?state=TN 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.