Hospice Of Southern West Virginia, Inc
Beckley, WV · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 511506)
CMS process measure: 99.05 (state average 97.88 — above state average)
Serves: 129 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (304) 255-6404 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of Southern West Virginia, Inc is rated 5 out of 5 stars by family caregivers on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 94% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.05 is above the West Virginia state average of 97.88.
Hospice Of Southern West Virginia, Inc serves 129 ZIP codes from its Beckley, WV office in Raleigh County.
Yes, Hospice Of Southern West Virginia, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 511506, since 1989); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of Southern West Virginia, Inc is a non-profit hospice based in Beckley, West Virginia, serving Raleigh County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since October 16, 1989, meaning it has provided hospice services to Medicare beneficiaries for over three decades.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data (CAHPS), family caregivers rated this hospice 5 out of 5 stars overall. Ninety-four percent of surveyed family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 92% gave it a top rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by families who worked with this hospice during a loved one's care.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice follows recommended care processes, this hospice scored 99.05, compared to the West Virginia state average of 97.88 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 63.6% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on published CMS data.
This hospice serves a broad area, covering 129 ZIP codes from its Beckley office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here beyond that.
All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Where CMS has not published a particular measure, that is noted rather than assumed to reflect quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of Southern West Virginia, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 511506) since October 16, 1989, 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?
Family caregivers gave this hospice 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 94% saying they would definitely recommend it and 92% rating it 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 99.05, compared to the West Virginia state average of 97.88, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 129 ZIP codes from its office in Beckley, WV, in Raleigh County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 129 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a non-profit hospice. Ownership type can affect governance and how surplus revenue is used, but CMS quality measures should be reviewed regardless of ownership type.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since October 16, 1989.
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 with a life-limiting illness who have chosen to stop 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 and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up care or attention — pain relief and support continue.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This isn't specified in the CMS data provided; please contact the hospice at (304) 255-6404 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Contact the hospice at (304) 255-6404 to ask about starting care, and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how the hospice performs on CMS quality measures, the areas it serves, and how it supports families — contact this hospice at (304) 255-6404 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Of Southern West Virginia, Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/511506?state=WV to confirm current CMS 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.