Hospice in ZIP 42240 (Hopkinsville, KY)

The current CMS snapshot lists 1 Medicare-certified hospice serving ZIP 42240 in Hopkinsville, KY, with an average overall star rating of 5.0 out of 5 among rated providers.

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Hospice programs provide comfort-focused, palliative care for people with a terminal illness, typically in the home. Services include nursing, aide support, counseling, and respite care for family caregivers. Medicare-certified hospices must meet federal conditions of participation.

Hospice on record in ZIP 42240

Hospice · For-Profit PENNYROYAL HOSPICE Hopkinsville, KY 42240 CMS rating 5.0 / 5

CMS snapshot for ZIP 42240

The current snapshot records 1 hospice in ZIP 42240; 1 (100%) publish an overall CMS rating. Ownership on record breaks down as 1 for-profit. The highest published overall rating in this ZIP is 5.0 out of 5 at PENNYROYAL HOSPICE (for-profit). The average hospice care index among reporting programs is 8.0. Family caregiver survey ratings average 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reporting program. Reporting programs average a daily census of 30 patients each.

Providers on record1
With a published overall rating1 of 1 (100%)
Average overall rating5.0 / 5
Highest-rated providerPENNYROYAL HOSPICE (5.0 / 5)
Ownership mix1 for-profit
Avg hospice care index8.0
Avg caregiver survey star5.0 / 5
Avg daily census30

Side-by-side provider data

ProviderOverallCare indexCaregiver surveyDaily censusOwnership
PENNYROYAL HOSPICE5.085.030for-profit

What to weigh in ZIP 42240

Start by comparing CMS Five-Star ratings, which summarize health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. A high overall rating is a useful signal, but read the underlying inspection findings and staffing figures too - they show what is behind the score.

Visit candidates in ZIP 42240, Hopkinsville, KY when possible, ask how care plans are set and reviewed, and confirm costs, coverage, and availability in writing. Staffing consistency and clear family communication matter as much as any published score.

Frequently asked questions

How many hospice are in ZIP 42240?
The current CMS snapshot lists 1 Medicare-certified hospice with a mailing address in ZIP 42240 (Hopkinsville, KY).
Where does this information come from?
All figures come from the CMS Care Compare public dataset (processing date 2026-10-05). CMS has not reviewed or endorsed this site. Verify current details at Medicare.gov before making care decisions.
How many certified beds are reported in ZIP 42240?
No certified-bed counts are published for the providers currently listed in ZIP 42240. Bed counts apply to nursing homes; other provider types do not report them.
How do I choose a hospice in ZIP 42240?
When comparing hospice programs, ask about on-call nursing availability, response times, respite care, bereavement support, and how the team coordinates with the patient's physician and family.
What is the average CMS rating for hospice in ZIP 42240?
Among providers with a published overall rating, the average CMS overall star rating for hospice in ZIP 42240 is 5.0 out of 5. Inspection, staffing, and quality-measure details are shown for each provider.
Who owns the hospice in ZIP 42240?
Ownership on record for hospice in ZIP 42240 is 1 for-profit. Ownership does not by itself indicate quality; check each provider's inspections, staffing, and quality measures.

About the data

Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog (processing date 2026-10-05). See the methodology page for normalization details. This page is informational only and is not medical advice.

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