Deaconess Hospice
Biloxi, MS · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 251696)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.83 — above state average)
Serves: 34 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (228) 435-2265 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Deaconess Hospice 3 out of 5 stars, with 78% saying they'd definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Mississippi state average of 97.83.
Deaconess Hospice serves 34 ZIP codes from its Biloxi, Mississippi office in Harrison County.
Yes, Deaconess Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 251696, since 2015). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Deaconess Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Biloxi, Mississippi, serving families in Harrison County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since December 7, 2015 (CCN 251696).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Deaconess Hospice an overall rating of 3 stars. Of those surveyed, 78% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 74% rated their experience 9 or 10 on a 0-10 scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects whether recommended care processes were consistently delivered, Deaconess Hospice scored 100.00, which is above the Mississippi state average of 97.83. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 54.3% of patients had visits in the last days of life, per the most recent published data.
Deaconess Hospice's service area covers 34 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad reach from its Biloxi office.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as published for this hospice; families should check Care Compare directly for the most current release. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. Where CMS has not published a particular measure, that reflects data availability (often due to small patient counts) rather than any indication of quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Deaconess Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 251696) since December 7, 2015. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who are eligible and certified by a doctor.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
Family caregivers gave Deaconess Hospice a 3-star CAHPS rating, with 78% saying they would definitely recommend it and 74% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Deaconess Hospice's composite process score is 100.00, above the Mississippi state average of 97.83. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and that 54.3% of patients had visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Deaconess Hospice serves 34 ZIP codes from its office in Biloxi, Harrison County, Mississippi.
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?
Deaconess Hospice is a for-profit organization. Ownership type doesn't determine care quality by itself, but families may want to review the CMS quality measures alongside it.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Deaconess Hospice has been Medicare-certified since December 7, 2015.
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 is focused on comfort for those with a terminal diagnosis who have generally chosen to stop curative treatment.
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 curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided doesn't specify care settings for Deaconess Hospice; contact the hospice at (228) 435-2265 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care with Deaconess Hospice, contact them directly at (228) 435-2265 and confirm certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver survey results, quality measures, service area, and how care is coordinated; Deaconess Hospice can be reached at (228) 435-2265 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Deaconess Hospice (CCN 251696) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/251696?state=MS to confirm current ratings and measures.
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.