Caris Healthcare Columbia
Columbia, SC · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 421584)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.78 — above state average)
Serves: 165 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (803) 794-4141 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Caris Healthcare Columbia received a 3-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 82% saying they would definitely recommend the hospice. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the South Carolina state average of 97.78.
Caris Healthcare Columbia serves 165 ZIP codes from its Columbia, South Carolina office in Richland County.
Yes, Caris Healthcare Columbia is Medicare-certified (CCN 421584, since 2008); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Caris Healthcare Columbia is a Medicare-certified hospice located in Columbia, South Carolina (Richland County), certified since May 8, 2008. Its ownership type is listed by CMS as "Other."
According to CMS Care Compare CAHPS survey data, family caregivers gave this hospice an overall rating of 3 stars. Among surveyed caregivers, 82% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 76% rated their experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers a set of recommended care processes, Caris Healthcare Columbia scored 100.00, compared with a South Carolina state average of 97.78 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and notes that 63.0% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, per the published data vintage.
Caris Healthcare Columbia's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 165 ZIP codes, indicating a wide geographic reach from its Columbia office.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often related to small patient counts rather than any indication of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no additional cost information is provided here. Families are encouraged to review the CMS Care Compare listing directly and contact the hospice for further details about care.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Caris Healthcare Columbia is Medicare-certified under CCN 421584, certified since May 8, 2008. 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?
CMS CAHPS survey data shows a 3-star family caregiver rating, with 82% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 76% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 100.00, above the South Carolina state average of 97.78. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes 63.0% of patients received visits from staff in the final days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Caris Healthcare Columbia serves 165 ZIP codes from its office in Columbia, Richland County, South Carolina.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 165 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists its ownership type as "Other." Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS quality measures should be reviewed alongside it.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Caris Healthcare Columbia has been Medicare-certified since May 8, 2008.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment, focusing on comfort and symptom relief, while hospice care is for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor estimates a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort, symptom management, and quality of life rather than treatments aimed at curing the underlying illness; it is a care decision, not giving up on care itself.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided. Please contact Caris Healthcare Columbia at (803) 794-4141 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The CMS data does not describe the intake process. Please contact Caris Healthcare Columbia at (803) 794-4141 for details on how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how a hospice's quality scores compare to the state average, and the size of its service area — all of which are reflected in this listing's CMS data. For specifics not covered here, contact the hospice directly at (803) 794-4141.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Caris Healthcare Columbia's official CMS listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/421584?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.