Vna Hospice
Kennett, MO · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 261535)
CMS process measure: 98.08 (state average 95.27 — above state average)
Serves: 45 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (573) 888-5892 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Families surveyed by CMS said Vna Hospice would definitely be recommended 91% of the time, and the hospice scored 98.08 on the CMS composite process measure, above the Missouri state average of 95.27.
Vna Hospice serves 45 ZIP codes from its office in Kennett, Missouri, in Dunklin County.
Yes, Vna Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 261535, since 1993); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Vna Hospice, located in Kennett, Missouri (Dunklin County), has been Medicare-certified since June 24, 1993, under CCN 261535. Its ownership type is classified by CMS as "Other."
According to CMS Care Compare's CAHPS Hospice Survey data, 91% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 89% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which sometimes occurs due to smaller patient survey counts and should not be read as a sign of lower quality.
On CMS's quality composite process measure, Vna Hospice scored 98.08, compared to the Missouri state average of 95.27 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and notes that 68.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life, per its most recent published data.
Vna Hospice serves a broad area, covering 45 ZIP codes from its Kennett, Missouri office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly at Medicare.gov Care Compare and by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Vna Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 261535) and has been since June 24, 1993. 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, 91% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Vna Hospice, and 89% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Vna Hospice scored 98.08 on CMS's composite process measure, above the Missouri state average of 95.27. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and that 68.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Vna Hospice serves 45 ZIP codes from its office in Kennett, Missouri, in Dunklin County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 45 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS classifies Vna Hospice's ownership type as "Other." Ownership type can relate to organizational structure, but CMS quality data should be reviewed directly to assess care quality.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Vna Hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 24, 1993.
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 terminal diagnosis who have chosen to stop curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting focus from curative treatment to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care — patients still receive medical, emotional, and spiritual support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact Vna Hospice at (573) 888-5892 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; please contact Vna Hospice at (573) 888-5892 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measure comparisons, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact Vna Hospice at (573) 888-5892 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Vna Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/261535?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.