Hospice Of The Carolina Foothills
Saluda, NC · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 341528)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.95 — above state average)
Serves: 101 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (864) 432-8717 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of The Carolina Foothills has a 4-star CAHPS rating from family caregivers, with 88 percent saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the North Carolina state average of 97.95.
Hospice Of The Carolina Foothills serves 101 ZIP codes from its Saluda, NC office in Polk County. Families in and around this area can be served from this location.
Yes, Hospice Of The Carolina Foothills is Medicare-certified (CCN 341528, since 1988). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of The Carolina Foothills is a non-profit hospice based in Saluda, North Carolina, serving Polk County and surrounding communities. It has been Medicare-certified since February 29, 1988, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care for over three decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Eighty-eight percent of surveyed family members said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85 percent rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by caregivers who worked with the hospice team, as published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which tracks whether core elements of hospice care were consistently delivered, this hospice scored 100.00, compared to a North Carolina state average of 97.95 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 71.5 percent of patients, per the most recent published data.
This hospice reports serving 101 ZIP codes from its Saluda office, indicating a broad service area across the region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and may not reflect the most current reporting period; families are encouraged to verify details directly.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of The Carolina Foothills is Medicare-certified (CCN 341528) since February 29, 1988, 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 Care Compare shows a 4-star CAHPS rating, with 88 percent of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 85 percent giving a rating of 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 North Carolina state average of 97.95, and CMS reports visits occurred in the last days of life for 71.5 percent of patients.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 101 ZIP codes from its Saluda, NC office in Polk County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 101 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a non-profit hospice; ownership type is reported by CMS but does not by itself indicate quality of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since February 29, 1988.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of illness, while hospice care focuses 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 focus of care to comfort 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 does not specify care settings; please contact the hospice at (864) 432-8717 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Please contact the hospice directly at (864) 432-8717 to learn about starting care, and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures, service area, and how the hospice communicates with families — contact (864) 432-8717 for specifics not covered here.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view its official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/341528?state=NC.
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.