HOSPICE COMPASSUS - THE HIGHLAND RIM
Provider Information
- Address
- 1805 N JACKSON STREET, SUITE 11 & 12
TULLAHOMA, TN 37388 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- July 31, 1996
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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) | 26 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 8 |
| Physicians | 6 |
| Volunteers | 52 |
78
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 HOSPICE COMPASSUS - THE HIGHLAND RIM 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 2017.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HOSPICE COMPASSUS - THE HIGHLAND RIM compares to hospices nationwide.
13.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 61st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
247
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 day13.3 min
Ranks better than about 61% 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 weekends7.8%
Ranks better than about 49% 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 life96.6%
Ranks better than about 76% 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 visits28%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 care9.7%
Ranks better than about 28% 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 months31.1%
Ranks better than about 66% 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 care13.6%
Ranks better than about 21% 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 hospice1%
Ranks better than about 50% 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)87th 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$12,449 · 21st 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 70.5% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.9%
- Pain assessment99.7%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.9%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.6%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life70.5%
- 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.
- Cancer23%
- Dementia22%
- Heart and circulatory disease14%
- Lung and respiratory disease13%
- Stroke4%
- Other conditions25%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice Compassus - The Highland Rim
Hospice Compassus - The Highland Rim provides end of life care for residents in Tullahoma, Tennessee. This provider operates as a freestanding hospice agency within Coffee County. They earned accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care, or ACHC. This shows they meet high standards for safety and patient care. The agency offers support for patients and their families during difficult times.
About HOSPICE COMPASSUS - THE HIGHLAND RIM
This agency has held Medicare certification since July 1996. It operates as a for-profit organization. The ACHC accreditation means an outside group checked their work against national standards. This process looks at how they manage care and keep records. It is a sign of a commitment to quality. Families should know that this oversight helps ensure the agency follows strict rules. The team includes 78 total employees to help with daily needs. This includes 26 registered nurses and 8 licensed practical nurses. They also have 6 physicians on staff and 52 volunteers. Having many volunteers shows a strong focus on community support. This mix of staff helps them provide consistent care for each patient. They work to meet the needs of those they serve in the region.
High Quality Standards
What Is Hospice Care Like in TULLAHOMA?
Hospice care in Tullahoma centers on comfort and quality of life. The goal is to manage symptoms so the patient stays as comfortable as possible. Care happens wherever the patient calls home. This could be a private house or a care facility. The team works together to create a plan that fits the specific needs of the patient. Registered nurses and physicians lead the medical side of this care. Licensed practical nurses help with daily tasks and monitoring. And volunteers often provide companionship or help with errands. This team approach creates a circle of support. It allows families to spend more quality time with their loved ones. The focus remains on the patient every single day. That is the main purpose of these services.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice provider is a major decision for any family. You should ask clear questions to get the information you need. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to the home if a problem happens at night. Second, ask how the team manages pain and other symptoms. You might also ask about the role of the volunteers and how they help. Finally, ask what support they offer to family members after a loss. These questions help you understand how the agency operates. It is good to speak with the staff directly to see if they are a match. Take your time to get answers that make you feel at peace. You deserve to have all the facts before you decide.
Preserving Family Stories
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