T J Samson Community Hospital Home Care Hospice
Glasgow, KY · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 181531)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 96.21 — above state average)
Serves: 31 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (270) 651-4430 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
T J Samson Community Hospital Home Care Hospice received a 5-star CAHPS rating from family caregivers, with 89% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Kentucky state average of 96.21.
T J Samson Community Hospital Home Care Hospice serves 31 ZIP codes from its Glasgow, Kentucky office in Barren County. Families should confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, T J Samson Community Hospital Home Care Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 181531), certified since December 10, 2003. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
T J Samson Community Hospital Home Care Hospice is a for-profit hospice serving Glasgow, Kentucky and surrounding communities in Barren County. It has been Medicare-certified since December 10, 2003 (CCN 181531).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey rated this hospice 5 stars overall. Among those surveyed, 89% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 92% gave it an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, the hospice scored 100.00, which is above the Kentucky state average of 96.21. This measure reflects how consistently the hospice completed a bundle of recommended care processes for its patients. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 86.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on published Care Compare data.
This hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 31 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; this listing does not include cost information beyond that fact.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and may not reflect the most recent survey period; families should confirm current figures directly on Care Compare or with the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. T J Samson Community Hospital Home Care Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 181531) since December 10, 2003, 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?
CMS CAHPS survey data shows a 5-star rating, with 89% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 92% rating it 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 Kentucky state average of 96.21, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data indicates this hospice serves 31 ZIP codes from its Glasgow, Kentucky office in Barren County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 31 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is for-profit. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care, but it's one factor families sometimes consider alongside CMS ratings.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since December 10, 2003.
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 patients who have stopped curative treatment and typically have a prognosis of six months or less, as certified by a doctor.
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 on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact the hospice at (270) 651-4430 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe an intake process; please contact the hospice at (270) 651-4430 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey ratings, quality measure scores, service area, and how care needs will be met; contact the hospice at (270) 651-4430 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up this hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/181531?state=KY 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.