Traditions Health
Ridgeland, MS · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 251701)
CMS process measure: 99.71 (state average 97.83 — above state average)
Serves: 63 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (601) 317-4947 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Traditions Health has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 89% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.71 is above the Mississippi state average of 97.83.
Traditions Health serves 63 ZIP codes from its office in Ridgeland, Mississippi, in Madison County.
Yes, Traditions Health is Medicare-certified, with CCN 251701, certified since 2017; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Traditions Health is a for-profit hospice based in Ridgeland, Mississippi, serving families in Madison County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since September 28, 2017, with CMS certification number (CCN) 251701.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Traditions Health an overall rating of 4 stars. Among respondents, 89% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 87% rated their overall experience of care between 9 and 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Traditions Health scored 99.71, which is above the Mississippi state average of 97.83. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 for this hospice, and indicates that 71.6% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, based on the most recent published data.
Traditions Health's service area, as listed on Care Compare, covers 63 ZIP codes from its Ridgeland office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to review the source directly and confirm current details before making care decisions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Traditions Health?
Yes. Traditions Health is Medicare-certified (CCN 251701) since September 28, 2017, 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, Traditions Health received a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 89% saying they would definitely recommend it and 87% rating their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Traditions Health's CMS composite process score is 99.71, which is above the Mississippi state average of 97.83.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Traditions Health, based in Ridgeland, Madison County, serves 63 ZIP codes according to CMS data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 63 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Traditions Health is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not determine quality on its own, but families may want to consider it alongside CMS survey and quality scores.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Traditions Health has been Medicare-certified since September 28, 2017.
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 people who are no longer pursuing curative treatment and are generally expected to have a limited life expectancy.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means focusing on comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness, but it does not mean giving up all care — patients still receive medical, emotional, and spiritual support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided data does not specify where Traditions Health delivers care; please contact the hospice at (601) 317-4947 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data does not describe the intake process; contact Traditions Health at (601) 317-4947 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures compared to the state average, service area, and how care needs would be met; contact Traditions Health at (601) 317-4947 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Traditions Health directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/251701?state=MS 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.