Southeast Hospice Network
Jasper, AL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 011663)
CMS process measure: 97.71 (state average 97.92 — at state average)
Serves: 146 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (205) 387-2300 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Southeast Hospice Network earned a 5-star rating from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 90% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process quality score of 97.71 is at the Alabama state average of 97.92.
Southeast Hospice Network serves 146 ZIP codes from its office in Jasper, Alabama, in Walker County.
Yes, Southeast Hospice Network is Medicare-certified (CCN 011663), certified since 2007, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Southeast Hospice Network is a Medicare-certified hospice located in Jasper, Alabama, serving families in Walker County and the surrounding region. The organization has been Medicare-certified since September 28, 2007, and its ownership is classified by CMS as "Other."
According to CMS Care Compare CAHPS survey data, family caregivers who worked with Southeast Hospice Network gave the agency an overall rating of 5 stars. Ninety percent of surveyed caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 88% rated their overall experience of care between 9 and 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family members of patients who received care.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, Southeast Hospice Network scored 97.71, which CMS characterizes as at the state average of 97.92 for Alabama. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 71.7% of patients, based on the most recent published data.
Southeast Hospice Network reports serving 146 ZIP codes from its Jasper, Alabama office, indicating a broad service area within the region.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. Families should contact the hospice directly and check Medicare Care Compare for the most current information before making care decisions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Southeast Hospice Network is Medicare-certified (CCN 011663), certified since September 28, 2007, 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 Southeast Hospice Network a 5-star CAHPS rating, with 90% saying they would definitely recommend it and 88% rating their overall 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 measure score of 97.71 is at the Alabama state average of 97.92.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Southeast Hospice Network serves 146 ZIP codes from its office in Jasper, Alabama, in Walker County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 146 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists its ownership type as "Other." Ownership type does not directly determine quality of care, which is better assessed through CMS survey and quality measure data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Southeast Hospice Network has been Medicare-certified since September 28, 2007.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside treatment for a serious illness at any stage, while hospice care focuses on comfort for people who have stopped curative treatment and are typically expected to have six months or less to live.
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 pain or symptoms go untreated, and patients can leave hospice if their situation changes.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; contact Southeast Hospice Network at (205) 387-2300 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; contact Southeast Hospice Network at (205) 387-2300 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measure performance, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact Southeast Hospice Network at (205) 387-2300 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Southeast Hospice Network (CCN 011663) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/011663?state=AL to confirm current ratings and details.
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.