MAGNOLIA REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER HH AND HOSPICE AGENCY
Provider Information
- Address
- 1001 SOUTH HARPER ROAD
CORINTH, MS 38834 - Ownership Type
- Government
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 3, 1990
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CMS Quality Ratings
Composite score combining quality measures and patient survey results.
Based on the CMS Hospice Care Index — 10 operational quality indicators including visits near death, nursing minutes, and care transitions.
CAHPS Hospice Survey — family caregivers rate communication, symptom management, respect, and overall experience.
CMS scores as of August 2026. Quality of Care derived from CMS Hospice Care Index. Patient Satisfaction from the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey. Overall is the equally-weighted average of both. All source data published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Staffing & Capacity
| Role | Staff Count |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 6 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 7 |
13
Total Employees
Staffing data as reported to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Inpatient Care and Medical Equipment
Hospices report these services to Medicare when they are certified. This is what MAGNOLIA REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER HH AND HOSPICE AGENCY reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Arranged through another hospital or nursing home
- Type of inpatient care
- Both general inpatient care and respite care
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Supplied directly by this hospice
Short stays in a hospice inpatient unit, hospital, or nursing home for pain or symptoms that cannot be managed where the patient lives, or to give family caregivers a break.
Equipment and supplies tied to the terminal illness and the plan of care, such as a hospital bed, oxygen, wound supplies, or a wheelchair.
Medicare lets hospices provide these services through arrangements with other organizations. Either way, the hospice stays responsible for the covered care in the patient’s plan of care.
Reported by this hospice to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services when it was certified in 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how MAGNOLIA REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER HH AND HOSPICE AGENCY compares to hospices nationwide.
19 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 93rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
17
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
How this hospice compares nationally
Bars show national standing on measures from the CMS Hospice Care Index. A fuller bar means this hospice does better than more of the hospices CMS tracks.
- Nurse care minutes per home care day19 min
Ranks better than about 93% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The average minutes of nursing care per day for patients getting routine care at home, based on Medicare claims. More nurse time usually means more hands-on support.
- Skilled nursing on weekends7.4%
Ranks better than about 44% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of skilled nursing time delivered on Saturdays and Sundays. Symptoms do not wait for weekdays, so weekend coverage matters.
- Nurse visits in the last days of life98.2%
Ranks better than about 87% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who got nurse visits in their final days of life. This is when families tend to need the most support.
- Gaps in nursing visits22.9%
Ranks better than about 86% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
How often patients went more than a week without a nursing visit. Fewer gaps mean steadier attention.
- Patients discharged alive early in care5.9%
Ranks better than about 53% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice alive within the first week of care. A rate of 0% means it did not happen to any of their patients.
- Patients discharged alive after 6 months32.4%
Ranks better than about 62% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients discharged alive after six months or more in hospice care.
- Hospital transfers near the end of care17.6%
Ranks better than about 11% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, spent time in the hospital, then came back to hospice.
- Hospital stays that interrupt hospice5.9%
Ranks better than about 7% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, went to the hospital, and died there soon after.
- Days at higher levels of care (CHC or GIP)89th percentile
What this measures
The share of care days delivered at higher levels, such as continuous home care or inpatient care. Shown only as a national rank because small percentages round to zero.
- Medicare spending per patient$9,433 · 9th percentile
What this measures
What Medicare paid per patient for this hospice's care. Higher or lower spending is not a quality judgment by itself.
Care steps completed at admissionShow detailsMedicare tracked 9 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 78.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening94.5%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment97.8%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.6%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids95.7%
- Visits in the last days of life78.4%
- All care steps completed91.8%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer20%
- Dementia15%
- Heart and circulatory disease17%
- Lung and respiratory disease20%
- Other conditions26%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice Care in Corinth
Magnolia Regional Health Center HH and Hospice Agency serves patients in Corinth, Mississippi. This government-owned provider offers home health and hospice services to residents within Alcorn County. They have provided care to the community since 1990. Their team works to support patients through the end of life with professional medical attention. They aim to keep patients comfortable in their own homes. Choosing a local provider helps families stay close to their loved ones during difficult times. This agency brings a long history of service to the area. Many families rely on their team for support during a final stage of life. The agency remains a staple of the local health system today.
About Magnolia Regional Health Center HH and Hospice Agency
This agency operates as a government-owned facility. Being part of a regional health center means they follow strict standards set by the state and federal government. They earned their Medicare certification in May of 1990. That is over three decades of experience. Families should look for this long history when picking a provider. It shows a deep commitment to the local health system. Their team includes six registered nurses and two physicians. They also have seven volunteers who help support patient needs. This staffing mix allows them to provide consistent care. The agency focuses on clinical excellence. They work hard to meet the needs of every single patient they serve. You can find comfort in their long track record of service to Alcorn County residents.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Corinth?
Hospice care in this part of Mississippi focuses on comfort and dignity. The goal is to manage pain and symptoms while honoring the wishes of the patient. A team of thirteen employees handles these tasks. This team brings together nurses, doctors, and volunteers to help families. They make sure the patient stays in their own bed whenever possible. The staff visits the home to check on the patient often. They also help family caregivers learn how to provide basic care safely. Local hospice care is meant to ease the burden on family members. It offers a way to spend quality time together without the stress of clinical chores. The team works to keep the patient calm and pain-free every day. That is the true purpose of their work.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Asking the right questions helps you feel more confident in your choice. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an urgent issue arises at night. You should also ask how the team manages pain and keeps the patient comfortable. It helps to know how they involve family members in the daily care plan. Ask them how often the volunteers visit the home. You might also ask about their experience with specific illnesses. A good provider will answer these questions with honesty and care. They should explain how they handle emergencies on weekends or holidays. Make sure you feel heard when you speak with them. Their answers will help you decide if they are the right fit for your loved one.
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