Legacy Hospice
Fredericktown, MO · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 261586)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 95.27 — above state average)
Serves: 57 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (573) 783-7625 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Legacy Hospice received a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 87% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Missouri state average of 95.27.
Legacy Hospice serves 57 ZIP codes from its office in Fredericktown, Missouri, located in Madison County.
Yes, Legacy Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 261586, since 2000); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Legacy Hospice is a for-profit hospice provider based in Fredericktown, Missouri, serving families in Madison County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since May 31, 2000 (CCN 261586).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Legacy Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 87% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 87% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered — Legacy Hospice scored 100.00, compared to a Missouri state average of 95.27, placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and notes that 75.0% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life, per the available data.
Legacy Hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, covers 57 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no cost details are included here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and may reflect a specific reporting period; families are encouraged to check the Care Compare website for the most current figures and any measures not covered here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Legacy Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 261586, since May 31, 2000), 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 data shows a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 87% saying they would definitely recommend Legacy Hospice and 87% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Legacy Hospice's composite process score is 100.00, which is above the Missouri state average of 95.27, according to CMS data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data indicates Legacy Hospice serves 57 ZIP codes from its office in Fredericktown, Madison County, Missouri.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 57 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Legacy Hospice is listed as a for-profit organization in CMS records; ownership type doesn't determine quality on its own, but families may want to consider it alongside the CAHPS and quality measure results.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Legacy Hospice has been Medicare-certified since May 31, 2000.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief and can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of illness, while hospice care is comfort-focused care for people who have a terminal diagnosis and have chosen to stop treatments aimed at curing the illness.
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 illness; it does not mean giving up on care, and patients can still receive medical attention for symptoms and pain.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Legacy Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (573) 783-7625 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
This information isn't included in the CMS data provided; please contact Legacy Hospice directly at (573) 783-7625 to ask about starting care, and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality measure scores, service area, and how care is coordinated; you can review Legacy Hospice's published figures above and confirm any additional details by calling (573) 783-7625.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view Legacy Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/261586?state=MO to confirm current ratings and details.
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.