Mercy Hospice
Cape Girardeau, MO · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 261537)
CMS process measure: 98.4 (state average 95.27 — above state average)
Serves: 29 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (573) 335-6208 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Mercy Hospice received a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 88% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.40 is above the Missouri state average of 95.27.
Mercy Hospice serves 29 ZIP codes from its Cape Girardeau, Missouri office in Cape Girardeau County.
Yes, Mercy Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 261537, since 1993); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Mercy Hospice is a for-profit hospice serving the Cape Girardeau, Missouri area, and has been Medicare-certified since July 21, 1993 (CCN 261537). This profile is built from CMS Care Compare data and reflects the most recent published vintage for this provider.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, Mercy Hospice received an overall rating of 4 stars. Among surveyed family caregivers, 88% said they would definitely recommend the hospice to others, and 87% rated the hospice 9 or 10 out of 10 overall. These figures come directly from CMS's published caregiver survey results.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered, Mercy Hospice scored 98.40, compared to the Missouri state average of 95.27 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 80.3% of patients, per CMS data.
Mercy Hospice's service area, as listed on Care Compare, covers 29 ZIP codes from its Cape Girardeau office in Cape Girardeau County. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond that are included here. Families are encouraged to confirm current figures and coverage details directly on Medicare Care Compare or by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Mercy Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 261537) since July 21, 1993, 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, Mercy Hospice earned a 4-star rating, with 88% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 87% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Mercy Hospice's CMS composite process score is 98.40, compared to the Missouri state average of 95.27, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Mercy Hospice serves 29 ZIP codes from its Cape Girardeau, Missouri office in Cape Girardeau County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 29 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Mercy Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type is disclosed by CMS but does not by itself indicate quality of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Mercy Hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 21, 1993.
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 those with a terminal diagnosis who have chosen to stop curative treatment.
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?
CMS data does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Mercy Hospice at (573) 335-6208 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin hospice care with Mercy Hospice, contact them directly at (573) 335-6208 and confirm eligibility and next steps with your physician.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how care processes compare to state averages, service area coverage, and how to begin care — all of which you can review for Mercy Hospice on Medicare Care Compare or by calling (573) 335-6208.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Mercy Hospice's certification and quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/261537?state=MO.
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.