Kindred Hospice
Cookeville, TN · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 441520)
CMS process measure: 99.48 (state average 98.92 — at state average)
Serves: 29 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (931) 528-5133 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Kindred Hospice received a 5-star family caregiver rating from CMS, with 90% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.48 is at the Tennessee state average of 98.92.
Kindred Hospice serves 29 ZIP codes from its office in Cookeville, Tennessee, in Putnam County.
Yes, Kindred Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 441520, certified since 1989. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Kindred Hospice is a for-profit hospice provider located in Cookeville, Tennessee, serving families in Putnam County and the surrounding area. According to CMS Care Compare data, the hospice has been Medicare-certified since November 28, 1989.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, Kindred Hospice received a 5-star rating. Among caregivers surveyed, 90% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 87% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered, Kindred Hospice scored 99.48, compared to a Tennessee state average of 98.92 — CMS categorizes this as being at the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 67.6% of patients, according to the published data.
Kindred Hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 29 ZIP codes from its Cookeville office.
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 in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data as published by CMS. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly with CMS Care Compare or by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Kindred Hospice?
Yes, Kindred Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 441520, since 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?
CMS's CAHPS survey gave Kindred Hospice 5 stars, with 90% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 87% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Kindred Hospice scored 99.48 on CMS's composite process measure, compared to a Tennessee state average of 98.92, which CMS classifies as at the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Kindred Hospice serves 29 ZIP codes from its Cookeville, Tennessee office in Putnam County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 29 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Kindred Hospice is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not directly determine care quality, which is why CMS publishes separate quality and caregiver-experience measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Kindred Hospice has been Medicare-certified since November 28, 1989, according to CMS records.
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 care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify care settings for Kindred Hospice; please contact the hospice at (931) 528-5133 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; contact Kindred Hospice at (931) 528-5133 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality measure scores, and service area — all of which are covered above using CMS data; for other questions, contact Kindred Hospice directly at (931) 528-5133.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Kindred Hospice's CMS profile directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/441520?state=TN.
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.