Pax Hospice
Ridgeland, MS · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 251574)
CMS process measure: 86.42 (state average 97.83 — below state average)
Serves: 45 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (601) 991-3840 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said they would definitely recommend Pax Hospice 90% of the time, and 88% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, Pax Hospice scored 86.42, which is below the Mississippi state average of 97.83.
Pax Hospice serves 45 ZIP codes from its Ridgeland, Mississippi office in Madison County. Families can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included.
Yes, Pax Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CMS Certification Number 251574, certified since 2003. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Pax Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Ridgeland, Mississippi, serving Madison County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since March 7, 2003, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 251574.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, 90% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Pax Hospice, and 88% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes a set of recommended care processes, Pax Hospice scored 86.42, which is below the Mississippi state average of 97.83. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and notes that 47.3% of patients received visits during the last days of life, based on the most recent published CMS data.
Pax Hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, covers 45 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are included here.
All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data as provided and should be verified directly with the hospice or on Care Compare, since measures can change with updated CMS publication cycles.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Pax Hospice?
Yes, Pax Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 251574), certified since March 7, 2003. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about Pax Hospice in the CMS survey?
In CMS's CAHPS survey data, 90% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Pax Hospice, and 88% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific star rating for this hospice in the data available.
How does Pax Hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Pax Hospice's composite process score is 86.42, which is below the Mississippi state average of 97.83. CMS data also shows a care index score of 8 and that 47.3% of patients received visits in their last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does Pax Hospice serve?
Pax Hospice serves 45 ZIP codes from its Ridgeland, Mississippi location in Madison County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 45 this hospice reports serving.
Is Pax Hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Pax Hospice is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care; CMS survey and process measures offer more direct insight into experience and performance.
How long has Pax Hospice been Medicare-certified?
Pax Hospice has been Medicare-certified since March 7, 2003, 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 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, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify care settings for Pax Hospice; please contact the hospice at (601) 991-3840 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with Pax Hospice?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; please contact Pax Hospice directly at (601) 991-3840 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, how a hospice performs on CMS quality measures, and its service area; contacting Pax Hospice at (601) 991-3840 can help answer specific questions.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Pax Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/251574?state=MS to confirm current ratings and measures.
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.