Prisma Health Tuomey Hospice
Sumter, SC · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 421509)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.78 — above state average)
Serves: 18 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (803) 773-4663 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Prisma Health Tuomey Hospice has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 82% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the South Carolina state average of 97.78.
Prisma Health Tuomey Hospice serves 18 ZIP codes from its office in Sumter, South Carolina, in Sumter County.
Yes, Prisma Health Tuomey Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 421509, certified since September 28, 1990. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Prisma Health Tuomey Hospice is a non-profit hospice in Sumter, South Carolina, Medicare-certified since September 28, 1990 (CCN 421509). It serves families in Sumter County and the surrounding area, covering 18 ZIP codes from its Sumter office.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who completed the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 82% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 87% rated their overall experience of care 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the direct experiences of family caregivers as reported to CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers a set of recommended care processes, Prisma Health Tuomey Hospice scored 100.00, which is above the South Carolina state average of 97.78. CMS also reports a care index score of 8, and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 90.2% of patients, according to the most recent published data.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no additional cost information is provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data as published; where a measure is not listed, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often related to small patient counts rather than an indication of quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Prisma Health Tuomey Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 421509) since September 28, 1990, 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 Care Compare reports a 4-star CAHPS rating for this hospice, with 82% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 87% rating their overall care 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 100.00, which is above the South Carolina state average of 97.78, according to the latest CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 18 ZIP codes from its office in Sumter, South Carolina, in Sumter County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 18 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Prisma Health Tuomey Hospice is a non-profit hospice; ownership type is one factor families may consider, but CMS quality data should be reviewed alongside it.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since September 28, 1990.
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 rather than cure and is typically for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less, as determined by a physician.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean a patient's care or attention stops.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact Prisma Health Tuomey Hospice at (803) 773-4663 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Please contact Prisma Health Tuomey Hospice directly at (803) 773-4663 to discuss how to begin care, and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measure performance, and service area, all of which are reflected in this hospice's CMS Care Compare data; for further specifics, contact the hospice at (803) 773-4663.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Prisma Health Tuomey Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/421509?state=SC to confirm its current CMS ratings and information.
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.