Baptist Memorial Home Care & Hospice
Huntingdon, TN · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 441575)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 98.92 — above state average)
Serves: 34 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (731) 986-3220 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers reported that 82% would definitely recommend Baptist Memorial Home Care & Hospice, and 81% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Tennessee state average of 98.92, though CMS has not published a CAHPS star rating for this hospice.
Baptist Memorial Home Care & Hospice serves 34 ZIP codes from its office in Huntingdon, Tennessee, in Carroll County. Families in the surrounding area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included.
Yes, Baptist Memorial Home Care & Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 441575, since 1998). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Baptist Memorial Home Care & Hospice is a Medicare-certified hospice located in Huntingdon, Tennessee, in Carroll County. According to CMS Care Compare data, this hospice is classified under an "Other" ownership type and has been Medicare-certified since July 29, 1998.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, 82% of respondents said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 81% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a CAHPS star rating for this hospice, which often reflects a small number of surveyed patients rather than any indication of quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects the consistency of core hospice care processes, this hospice scored 100.00, placing it above the Tennessee state average of 98.92. CMS also reports that 65.9% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life, and the hospice's care index score is 10.
Baptist Memorial Home Care & Hospice serves a broad area, covering 34 ZIP codes from its Huntingdon office.
As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recently published reporting period available at the time of writing. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Baptist Memorial Home Care & Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 441575), certified since July 29, 1998. 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, 82% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 81% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a star rating for this hospice, which is often due to a small number of surveyed patients.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
This hospice's composite process score is 100.00, which is above the Tennessee state average of 98.92, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Baptist Memorial Home Care & Hospice serves 34 ZIP codes from its Huntingdon, Tennessee office in Carroll County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 34 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists this hospice's ownership type as "Other." Ownership type is one factor among several to consider, alongside CAHPS survey results and quality measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 29, 1998, according to CMS records.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness to relieve symptoms, while hospice care focuses on comfort for those with a life-limiting illness who have chosen to stop curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies a life expectancy of six months or less.
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 care or support, and patients can still receive treatment for other conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (731) 986-3220 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; please contact Baptist Memorial Home Care & Hospice directly at (731) 986-3220 for guidance on getting started.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction, quality measure scores, service area, and staff availability; you can review this hospice's published CMS figures here and ask the hospice directly at (731) 986-3220 for further details.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Baptist Memorial Home Care & Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/441575?state=TN to confirm current CMS data.
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.