COMPASSUS-HATTIESBURG
Provider Information
- Address
- 1700 S. 28TH AVENUE, SUITE B
HATTIESBURG, MS 39401 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- July 7, 2006
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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 May 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 | 4 |
| Volunteers | 5 |
20
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 COMPASSUS-HATTIESBURG 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
- Brought in through an outside supplier
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 2014.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how COMPASSUS-HATTIESBURG compares to hospices nationwide.
14.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 71st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
54
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 day14.4 min
Ranks better than about 71% 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 weekends6.5%
Ranks better than about 32% 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 life96%
Ranks better than about 70% 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 visits44.5%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 care4.4%
Ranks better than about 64% 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 months48.4%
Ranks better than about 21% 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 care15.4%
Ranks better than about 16% 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 hospice5.5%
Ranks better than about 9% 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)74th 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$16,170 · 40th 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 73.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.5%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life73.8%
- All care steps completed99.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer29%
- Dementia36%
- Heart and circulatory disease11%
- Lung and respiratory disease9%
- Other conditions15%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Compassus-Hattiesburg
Compassus-Hattiesburg provides hospice services to families in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. This freestanding hospice team helps patients live with comfort and dignity during their final months. They hold accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group focuses on medical and emotional support for residents in Forrest County. They have been certified by Medicare since 2006. Their team is ready to serve those in need of care at home or in other settings.
About Compassus-Hattiesburg
This provider operates as a for-profit hospice organization. They have maintained Medicare certification for nearly two decades. The Accreditation Commission for Health Care reviews their work to ensure they meet high standards for safety and patient care. This accreditation acts as a seal of quality. It shows the agency follows national rules for medical care and ethics. Families should know that this provider maintains a consistent presence in the local medical community. Their long history of certification demonstrates a commitment to meeting federal requirements. You can feel better knowing they undergo regular checks on their performance. That is a clear sign of their dedication to the families they support.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in HATTIESBURG?
Hospice care in this part of Mississippi focuses on making the patient comfortable. The team works to manage pain and symptoms so families can focus on spending time together. At Compassus-Hattiesburg, the staff includes 20 members who support patients and their loved ones. This team features 6 registered nurses and 4 physicians who lead the medical care plan. They also work with 5 volunteers to provide extra comfort and social support. These workers bring care directly to where the patient lives. The goal is to keep the patient in a familiar space while they get the medical help they need. This approach keeps the family unit together. It allows for more personal time and less stress during a hard period of life.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Families should always ask questions before picking a hospice agency. You need to feel sure about the care your loved one will get. Start by asking how the team manages pain and other symptoms at night or on weekends. You should also ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if a problem happens. It is helpful to ask how they support family members with grief and emotional needs. Finally, ask what specific tasks the volunteers will do for your family. Understanding these details helps you feel prepared for the process. You want to know exactly what to expect from the team members who visit your house. Do not be afraid to ask for clear answers about their daily routines.
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