Hospice Compassus-Joplin
Joplin, MO · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 261593)
CMS process measure: 99.22 (state average 95.27 — above state average)
Serves: 45 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (417) 623-8272 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Compassus-Joplin has a CAHPS family caregiver rating of 3 stars, with 82% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 99.22, above the Missouri state average of 95.27.
Hospice Compassus-Joplin serves 45 ZIP codes from its office in Joplin, Missouri, located in Jasper County.
Yes, Hospice Compassus-Joplin is Medicare-certified (CCN 261593), certified since August 20, 2003; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Compassus-Joplin is a for-profit hospice serving Joplin, Missouri and surrounding communities in Jasper County. It has been Medicare-certified since August 20, 2003 (CCN 261593). Because it is Medicare-certified, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no cost figures are discussed here beyond that fact.
According to CMS Care Compare data reported through the CAHPS Hospice Survey, 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 overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, a summary of core care processes hospices are expected to deliver, this hospice scored 99.22, which is above the Missouri state average of 95.27. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 66.0% of patients, per the most recently published CMS Care Compare data.
This hospice's service area, as listed in CMS data, spans 45 ZIP codes. Families should confirm current coverage of a specific address directly with the hospice. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data; where a measure is not shown, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which often reflects a small number of surveyed patients rather than any indication of quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Compassus-Joplin is Medicare-certified (CCN 261593) since August 20, 2003, 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?
CMS's CAHPS survey data show a 3-star family caregiver rating, with 82% 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?
This hospice's composite process score is 99.22, which is above the Missouri state average of 95.27, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS Care Compare data lists this hospice as serving 45 ZIP codes from its Joplin, Missouri office in Jasper County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 45 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Hospice Compassus-Joplin is organized as a for-profit hospice; ownership type is one factor among several to consider, alongside CMS quality and survey data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since August 20, 2003.
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 life-limiting illness who have chosen to stop curative treatment, typically with a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the goal of care from curing an illness to comfort and quality of life; patients can still receive treatments aimed at managing pain and symptoms.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided doesn't specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Hospice Compassus-Joplin at (417) 623-8272 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact Hospice Compassus-Joplin directly at (417) 623-8272 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality measure scores compared to the state average, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact the hospice at (417) 623-8272 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Compassus-Joplin (CCN 261593) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/261593?state=MO to see 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.