Compassus-Charleston
Ridgeland, SC · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 421593)
CMS process measure: 96.83 (state average 97.78 — at state average)
Serves: 20 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (843) 645-6540 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Compassus-Charleston has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 88% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 96.83 is about at the South Carolina state average of 97.78.
Compassus-Charleston serves 20 ZIP codes from its Ridgeland, South Carolina office in Beaufort County.
Yes, Compassus-Charleston is Medicare-certified (CCN 421593, since 2009); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Compassus-Charleston is a for-profit hospice based in Ridgeland, South Carolina, serving families in Beaufort County. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since May 18, 2009, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 421593.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who completed the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 88% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 86% rated their overall experience of care between 9 and 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice follows recommended care processes, Compassus-Charleston scored 96.83, compared with the South Carolina state average of 97.78. CMS characterizes this as at the state average. The care index score reported is 9, and 83.4% of patients received visits during the last days of life, per CMS data.
Compassus-Charleston's service area, as listed on Care Compare, spans 20 ZIP codes from its Ridgeland office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost details beyond that are provided here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as most recently published; where a measure is not listed here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient counts rather than any indication of quality. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Compassus-Charleston?
Yes, Compassus-Charleston is Medicare-certified (CCN 421593) since May 18, 2009. 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's CAHPS survey data shows a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 88% saying they would definitely recommend the hospice and 86% rating their overall 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 96.83, compared with South Carolina's state average of 97.78 — CMS lists this as at the state average. CMS also reports 83.4% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Compassus-Charleston serves 20 ZIP codes from its Ridgeland, South Carolina location in Beaufort County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 20 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Compassus-Charleston is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type doesn't determine care quality on its own; CMS quality measures and CAHPS survey results give a more direct picture of patient and family experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since May 18, 2009.
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 and is generally for those with a life expectancy of six months or less, as certified by a physician.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward 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 symptom relief.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify care settings; contact Compassus-Charleston at (843) 645-6540 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided doesn't include enrollment steps; contact Compassus-Charleston at (843) 645-6540 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about CAHPS survey ratings, CMS composite process scores, service area, and how the hospice communicates with patients and families; contact Compassus-Charleston at (843) 645-6540 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Compassus-Charleston directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/421593?state=SC to review its current CMS-reported 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.