Serenity Hospicecare
Park Hills, MO · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 261554)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 95.27 — above state average)
Serves: 62 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (573) 431-0162 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Serenity Hospicecare a 4-star rating in the CMS survey, with 87% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Missouri state average of 95.27.
Serenity Hospicecare serves 62 ZIP codes from its Park Hills, Missouri office in St. Francois County.
Yes, Serenity Hospicecare is Medicare-certified (CCN 261554, since January 26, 1995); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Serenity Hospicecare is a non-profit hospice based in Park Hills, Missouri, serving families in St. Francois County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since January 26, 1995 (CCN 261554).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Serenity Hospicecare a 4-star overall rating. Eighty-seven percent said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 87% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, Serenity Hospicecare scored 100.00, compared with the Missouri state average of 95.27 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 41.2% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life, and the hospice has a care index score of 9. Where a measure is not listed here, it means CMS has not published that figure for this hospice, which often happens with smaller patient volumes — this is not an indication of poor quality.
Serenity Hospicecare's service area, as recorded by CMS, spans 62 ZIP codes from its Park Hills office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to verify current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare.gov.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Serenity Hospicecare?
Yes. Serenity Hospicecare is Medicare-certified (CCN 261554) since January 26, 1995, 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?
According to CMS Care Compare, Serenity Hospicecare earned a 4-star CAHPS rating, with 87% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 87% 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-of-care score is 100.00, compared to the Missouri state average of 95.27 — above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data shows Serenity Hospicecare serves 62 ZIP codes from its Park Hills, Missouri office in St. Francois County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 62 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Serenity Hospicecare is organized as a non-profit hospice. Ownership type can reflect organizational structure, but CMS's quality and survey measures are the most direct indicators of care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Serenity Hospicecare has been Medicare-certified since January 26, 1995.
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.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the goal of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the illness; it does not mean giving up on care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided doesn't specify care settings for Serenity Hospicecare; please contact the hospice at (573) 431-0162 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care with Serenity Hospicecare, contact them directly at (573) 431-0162 and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, staff availability, service area, and how visits are scheduled in the final days of life — contact Serenity Hospicecare at (573) 431-0162 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Serenity Hospicecare's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/261554?state=MO.
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.