Amedisys Hospice Of South Carolina
Florence, SC · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 421555)
CMS process measure: 99.95 (state average 97.78 — above state average)
Serves: 288 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (803) 774-4036 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Amedisys Hospice Of South Carolina a CAHPS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with 86% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.95 is above the South Carolina state average of 97.78.
Amedisys Hospice Of South Carolina serves 288 ZIP codes from its Florence, SC office in Florence County.
Yes, Amedisys Hospice Of South Carolina is Medicare-certified (CCN 421555, since 2005); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Amedisys Hospice Of South Carolina is a for-profit hospice based in Florence, South Carolina, serving families in Florence County and the surrounding region. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since January 25, 2005, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 421555.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, family caregivers gave this hospice a CAHPS star rating of 4 out of 5. Among surveyed families, 86% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 83% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family caregivers who responded to the CMS Hospice CAHPS survey.
On the CMS composite process quality measure, this hospice scored 99.95, which is above the South Carolina state average of 97.78. This composite measure reflects how consistently the hospice performed a set of recommended care processes. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice.
Amedisys Hospice Of South Carolina serves a broad area, covering 288 ZIP codes from its Florence office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no additional cost information is provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare, as CMS updates these figures periodically.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Amedisys Hospice Of South Carolina is Medicare-certified (CCN 421555) since January 25, 2005, 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 this hospice a CAHPS star rating of 4 out of 5, with 86% saying they would definitely recommend it and 83% 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 score is 99.95, which is above South Carolina's state average of 97.78.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice serves 288 ZIP codes from its Florence, South Carolina office in Florence County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 288 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is operated as a for-profit organization; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality, but it is disclosed by CMS for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since January 25, 2005.
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 and quality of life when curative treatment is no longer being pursued and a doctor has certified a limited life expectancy.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curative treatment; it is a care choice, not giving up.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact them at (803) 774-4036 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact this hospice directly at (803) 774-4036 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 Medicare certification status — all of which can be reviewed on Medicare Care Compare or by calling the hospice at (803) 774-4036.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review this hospice's official profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/421555?state=SC.
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.