Mercy Health - Hospice, Paducah
Paducah, KY · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 181507)
CMS process measure: 98.89 (state average 96.21 — above state average)
Serves: 61 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (270) 415-3600 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Mercy Health - Hospice, Paducah has a 4-star family caregiver rating from CMS, with 89% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.89 is above the Kentucky state average of 96.21.
Mercy Health - Hospice, Paducah serves 61 ZIP codes from its Paducah, Kentucky office in McCracken County.
Yes, Mercy Health - Hospice, Paducah is Medicare-certified (CCN 181507, since 1987); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Mercy Health - Hospice, Paducah is a non-profit hospice serving Paducah, Kentucky and the surrounding McCracken County area. It has been Medicare-certified since January 27, 1987, giving it a long history of participation in the Medicare hospice program.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Of those surveyed, 89% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to family and friends, and 85% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by caregivers of patients who received care from this hospice, as published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects the consistency of certain care processes, this hospice scored 98.89, which is above the Kentucky state average of 96.21. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 77.2% of patients had visits in the last days of life, according to the most recent published data.
This hospice's service area, as listed in CMS data, spans 61 ZIP codes from its Paducah office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient counts rather than any indication of quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Mercy Health - Hospice, Paducah is Medicare-certified (CCN 181507, since January 27, 1987), and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
CMS's CAHPS survey data show a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 89% saying they would definitely recommend this hospice 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 98.89, above the Kentucky state average of 96.21, placing it above state average on this measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, it serves 61 ZIP codes from its Paducah, Kentucky office in McCracken County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 61 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 be a factor families weigh, but CMS quality data is the more direct measure of care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since January 27, 1987.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort for those with a terminal diagnosis who have chosen to stop curative treatment.
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 or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the available CMS data; contact the hospice at (270) 415-3600 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; please contact the hospice at (270) 415-3600 and verify information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how care processes compare to the state average, and the service area — all of which are covered above using CMS data for this hospice.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Mercy Health - Hospice, Paducah (CCN 181507) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/181507?state=KY.
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.