Preferred Hospice Of Missouri (Southwest), Llc
Ozark, MO · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 261635)
CMS process measure: 77.41 (state average 95.27 — below state average)
Serves: 58 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (417) 581-4968 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Preferred Hospice Of Missouri (Southwest), LLC received a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 82% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 77.41 is below the Missouri state average of 95.27.
Preferred Hospice Of Missouri (Southwest), LLC serves 58 ZIP codes from its Ozark, Missouri office in Christian County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Preferred Hospice Of Missouri (Southwest), LLC is Medicare-certified, with CCN 261635, certified since 2008. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Preferred Hospice Of Missouri (Southwest), LLC is a for-profit hospice based in Ozark, Missouri, in Christian County. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 11, 2008. It currently serves 58 ZIP codes from its Ozark office.
According to CMS Care Compare data drawn from the CAHPS Hospice Survey of family caregivers, this hospice received an overall rating of 4 stars. Among caregivers surveyed, 82% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 79% rated their overall experience as 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family members of patients who received care.
CMS also publishes a composite process measure score, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of recommended care processes. Preferred Hospice Of Missouri (Southwest), LLC scored 77.41 on this measure, which is below the Missouri state average of 95.27. A care index score of 8 and a rate of 41.7% for visits in the last days of life are also reported by CMS for this hospice.
All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which often occurs when patient counts are too small to report reliably; this is not an indication of poor quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients, no further cost details are provided here. Families are encouraged to verify all figures directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Preferred Hospice Of Missouri (Southwest), LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 261635) since August 11, 2008, 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, this hospice received a 4-star rating, with 82% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 79% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process measure score is 77.41, which is below the Missouri state average of 95.27; CMS also lists a care index score of 8 and a rate of 41.7% for visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
The hospice serves 58 ZIP codes from its office in Ozark, Missouri, in Christian County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 58 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is for-profit. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality; CMS quality and survey measures are separate data points to consider.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 11, 2008.
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 for patients who have stopped curative treatment and are focused on comfort, typically when a doctor estimates a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify where this hospice provides care; please contact the hospice at (417) 581-4968 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact the hospice at (417) 581-4968 to ask about how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about the CAHPS survey results, the composite process score compared to the state average, the areas served, and how to begin care; contact the hospice at (417) 581-4968 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up this hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/261635?state=MO to confirm current ratings and measures.
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.