Caring Hands Hospice, Inc
Batesville, AR · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 041574)
CMS process measure: 87.72 (state average 97.84 — below state average)
Serves: 30 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (870) 698-0505 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported a 97% rate of definitely recommending Caring Hands Hospice, and 93% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 87.72, below the Arkansas state average of 97.84.
Caring Hands Hospice, Inc serves 30 ZIP codes from its office in Batesville, Arkansas, in Independence County.
Yes, Caring Hands Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified, with CCN 041574, certified since 2005; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Caring Hands Hospice, Inc is a for-profit hospice based in Batesville, Arkansas, serving families in Independence County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since May 5, 2005.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 97% would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 93% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating figure for this hospice in the data provided, though the recommendation and rating percentages reflect direct feedback from families who used its services.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers a bundle of recommended care processes, Caring Hands Hospice scored 87.72, compared to the Arkansas state average of 97.84 — placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS data also show that 82.5% of patients received visits during the last days of life, a period when hands-on support is especially important.
Caring Hands Hospice reports serving 30 ZIP codes from its Batesville office, indicating a broad service area within the region.
All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost details are provided here. Families are encouraged to contact the hospice directly and review current figures on Medicare Care Compare before making decisions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Caring Hands Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 041574), certified since May 5, 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, 97% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 93% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
On the CMS composite process measure, Caring Hands Hospice scored 87.72, compared to the Arkansas state average of 97.84, placing it below the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Caring Hands Hospice reports serving 30 ZIP codes from its Batesville, Arkansas office in Independence County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 30 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Caring Hands Hospice, Inc is a for-profit organization; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care, but CMS publishes it as part of Care Compare data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since May 5, 2005.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure when a doctor determines a patient has a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No — hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than treatments aimed at curing the underlying illness; patients can still receive care for other health needs.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; please contact Caring Hands Hospice at (870) 698-0505 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 Caring Hands Hospice at (870) 698-0505 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how quickly a hospice responds to needs, and what services are included — you can review these details for this hospice by contacting them at (870) 698-0505 or checking Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review current, official data for Caring Hands Hospice, Inc at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/041574?state=AR.
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.