Methodist Alliance Hospice
Memphis, TN · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 441502)
CMS process measure: 85.11 (state average 98.92 — below state average)
Serves: 75 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (901) 516-1400 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Methodist Alliance Hospice has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 89% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 85.11 is below the Tennessee state average of 98.92.
Methodist Alliance Hospice serves 75 ZIP codes from its Memphis, Tennessee office in Shelby County. Families should confirm their specific ZIP code with the hospice directly.
Yes, Methodist Alliance Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 441502), certified since 1984. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Methodist Alliance Hospice is a non-profit hospice provider based in Memphis, Tennessee (Shelby County), certified by Medicare since August 31, 1984. According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave the organization an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 89% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 86% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of recommended care processes, Methodist Alliance Hospice scored 85.11, which falls below the Tennessee state average of 98.92. CMS also reports a care index score of 10, and notes that 51.2% of patients had visits during the last days of life, based on the most recently published CMS data.
Methodist Alliance Hospice serves a broad area, covering 75 ZIP codes from its Memphis office. This wide service area may mean the hospice is able to reach patients across much of the greater Memphis region, though families should confirm coverage of their specific address directly with the hospice.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent published vintage available. Where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which can occur simply due to small patient counts rather than any indication of quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Methodist Alliance Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 441502), certified since August 31, 1984, 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 Methodist Alliance Hospice an overall CAHPS rating of 4 stars, with 89% saying they would definitely recommend it and 86% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 85.11, which is below the Tennessee state average of 98.92, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Methodist Alliance Hospice serves 75 ZIP codes from its Memphis, Shelby County office.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 75 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is organized as a non-profit hospice. Ownership type can reflect organizational structure and mission, but CMS data does not indicate that one type provides better care than another.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Methodist Alliance Hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 31, 1984.
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 nearing the end of life, typically when curative treatment is no longer pursued.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the goal 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?
The provided data does not specify care settings; please contact Methodist Alliance Hospice at (901) 516-1400 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
This information is not included in the CMS data provided; please contact Methodist Alliance Hospice at (901) 516-1400 to learn about starting care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about caregiver survey ratings, service area, how quickly care can begin, and how the hospice supports families — Methodist Alliance Hospice can be reached at (901) 516-1400 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view Methodist Alliance Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/441502?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.