Lutheran Hospice
White Rock, SC · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 421529)
CMS process measure: 96.62 (state average 97.78 — below state average)
Serves: 99 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (803) 749-7770 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Lutheran Hospice earned a 4-star rating from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 91% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 96.62 is slightly below the South Carolina state average of 97.78.
Lutheran Hospice serves 99 ZIP codes from its office in White Rock, South Carolina, in Lexington County.
Yes, Lutheran Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 421529, since 1995); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Lutheran Hospice, located in White Rock, South Carolina (Lexington County), has been certified by Medicare since May 19, 1995, and operates under an ownership classification of "Other" as reported by CMS. This means the hospice has met federal health and safety standards for over two decades and is eligible to provide services covered under the Medicare hospice benefit for patients whose doctors certify their eligibility.
According to the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey of family caregivers, Lutheran Hospice earned an overall rating of 4 stars. Ninety-one percent of surveyed families said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85 percent rated their overall experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered, Lutheran Hospice scored 96.62, which falls below the South Carolina state average of 97.78. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 63.2% of patients received visits during the last days of life, based on the most recent published data.
Lutheran Hospice reports serving 99 ZIP codes from its White Rock office, indicating a broad service area within the region.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which often occurs due to small patient sample sizes rather than any indication of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Lutheran Hospice has been Medicare-certified since May 19, 1995 (CCN 421529), and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose doctor certifies their eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, Lutheran Hospice received a 4-star rating, with 91% of families 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?
Lutheran Hospice's composite process score of 96.62 is below the South Carolina state average of 97.78, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Lutheran Hospice reports serving 99 ZIP codes from its office in White Rock, South Carolina, in Lexington County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 99 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists Lutheran Hospice's ownership type as "Other." Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care; CAHPS survey results and process measures offer more direct insight.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Lutheran Hospice has been Medicare-certified since May 19, 1995, 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 people who have stopped pursuing curative treatment and are typically expected to have a limited life expectancy.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness; it does not mean giving up care, and patients can still receive medical attention for symptom relief and support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify where Lutheran Hospice provides care; please contact the hospice at (803) 749-7770 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
This data does not include intake procedures; please contact Lutheran Hospice directly at (803) 749-7770 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver support, how quickly care can begin, and how the hospice's CAHPS and quality measure scores compare to other providers in the area — details available on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view Lutheran Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/421529?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.