Southerncare Indianapolis
Bloomington, IN · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 151572)
CMS process measure: 99.2 (state average 97.51 — above state average)
Serves: 163 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (812) 334-8343 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Southerncare Indianapolis holds a 4-star CAHPS rating from family caregivers, with 86% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process-of-care score of 99.20 is above the Indiana state average of 97.51.
Southerncare Indianapolis serves 163 ZIP codes from its office in Bloomington, Indiana, located in Monroe County.
Yes, Southerncare Indianapolis is Medicare-certified (CCN 151572, since 2002). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Southerncare Indianapolis is a for-profit hospice based in Bloomington, Indiana (Monroe County), and has been Medicare-certified since January 15, 2002 (CCN 151572). It serves a wide area, covering 163 ZIP codes from its Bloomington office.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Southerncare Indianapolis a 4-star rating. Among those surveyed, 86% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85% rated their overall experience of care between 9 and 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, which reflects the percentage of recommended care processes delivered to patients, Southerncare Indianapolis scored 99.20, which is above the Indiana state average of 97.51. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 74.9% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, based on the data CMS has published.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent survey and measurement period published by CMS. Where a measure is not listed here, it means CMS has not published that figure for this hospice, often because of small patient counts, and should not be read as a sign of poor quality.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. Families are encouraged to contact the hospice directly and to review current details on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Southerncare Indianapolis is Medicare-certified (CCN 151572) since January 15, 2002. 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?
Family caregivers gave Southerncare Indianapolis a 4-star CAHPS rating, with 86% saying they would definitely recommend it and 85% rating their care experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process-of-care score is 99.20, which is above the Indiana state average of 97.51, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Southerncare Indianapolis serves 163 ZIP codes from its Bloomington, Indiana office in Monroe County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 163 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Southerncare Indianapolis is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not directly determine quality of care, but it is one factor families may want to know.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since January 15, 2002.
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 patients who have stopped curative treatment and typically have a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means focusing on comfort and quality of life rather than treatments aimed at curing the 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 Southerncare Indianapolis at (812) 334-8343 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care, contact Southerncare Indianapolis directly at (812) 334-8343 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver survey ratings, quality measures, ZIP codes served, and how care needs would be met; contact Southerncare Indianapolis at (812) 334-8343 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Southerncare Indianapolis (CCN 151572) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/151572?state=IN to confirm 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.