Edisto Home Care & Hospice
Orangeburg, SC · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 421634)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.78 — above state average)
Serves: 52 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (803) 997-2882 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said 89% would definitely recommend Edisto Home Care & Hospice, and 91% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the South Carolina state average of 97.78.
Edisto Home Care & Hospice serves 52 ZIP codes from its Orangeburg, SC office in Orangeburg County.
Yes, Edisto Home Care & Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 421634, since 2017). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Edisto Home Care & Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Orangeburg, South Carolina, serving Orangeburg County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since November 1, 2017 (CCN 421634).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 89% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 91% gave it an overall rating of 9 or 10 on a 0-10 scale. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating figure in this data set for this hospice; where that number is not listed, it should not be read as a sign of poor quality, as CAHPS results can be limited by small numbers of surveyed patients.
On CMS's composite process measure, Edisto Home Care & Hospice scored 100.00, which is above the South Carolina state average of 97.78. CMS also reports that 78.1% of patients had visits in their last days of life, based on the data provided. These figures reflect the CMS Care Compare data vintage supplied for this listing.
Edisto Home Care & Hospice's service area, as reflected in this data, spans 52 ZIP codes, indicating a fairly broad reach from its Orangeburg office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. No additional cost information is provided here, and none should be assumed. Staffing, facilities, and specific services are not detailed in this data set; families should contact the hospice directly to learn more.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Edisto Home Care & Hospice has been Medicare-certified since November 1, 2017 (CCN 421634), 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, 89% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 91% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure score is 100.00, which is above the South Carolina state average of 97.78.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to this data, it serves 52 ZIP codes from its Orangeburg, South Carolina office in Orangeburg County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 52 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Edisto Home Care & Hospice is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not directly determine quality of care, but it can be useful to know when comparing providers.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since November 1, 2017.
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 focuses on comfort for people who have stopped pursuing curative treatment, typically with a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus from curing an illness to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care, and patients can still receive medical attention for pain, symptoms, and emotional support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where Edisto Home Care & Hospice provides care; please contact the hospice at (803) 997-2882 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
This data does not describe the intake process; please contact Edisto Home Care & Hospice directly at (803) 997-2882 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver support, how staff communicate with patients and families, and how the hospice's CMS survey results and quality measures compare to other providers; contact (803) 997-2882 for specifics about this hospice.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Edisto Home Care & Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/421634?state=SC 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.