Accentcare Hospice And Palliative Care Of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 151603)
CMS process measure: 99.07 (state average 97.51 — above state average)
Serves: 81 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (317) 885-4200 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers rated this hospice 3 stars in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 80% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its composite process-of-care score of 99.07 is above the Indiana state average of 97.51.
Accentcare Hospice And Palliative Care Of Indiana serves 81 ZIP codes from its Indianapolis, Indiana office in Marion County.
Yes, Accentcare Hospice And Palliative Care Of Indiana is Medicare-certified (CCN 151603, since 2008); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Accentcare Hospice And Palliative Care Of Indiana is a for-profit hospice serving the Indianapolis, Indiana area from its office in Marion County. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since November 25, 2008 (CCN 151603).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 3 stars. Among those surveyed, 80% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 80% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered, this hospice scored 99.07, which is above the Indiana state average of 97.51. CMS also lists a care index score of 8 and reports that 62.7% of patients received visits from hospice staff during the last days of life, according to the most recent Care Compare data.
This hospice's service area, as listed on Care Compare, includes 81 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here beyond that. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data as published; where a measure is not listed above, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often related to small patient counts rather than an indication of quality. Families are encouraged to review the Care Compare listing directly and contact the hospice for further detail on services.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Accentcare Hospice And Palliative Care Of Indiana has been Medicare-certified since November 25, 2008 (CCN 151603), and 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?
In the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey, this hospice received an overall rating of 3 stars, with 80% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 80% giving a 9-10 overall rating.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process-of-care score is 99.07, above the Indiana state average of 97.51, and CMS lists a care index score of 8.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to Care Compare, this hospice serves 81 ZIP codes from its Indianapolis, Indiana office in Marion County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 81 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is organized as a for-profit agency; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, so it's worth reviewing the CAHPS survey results and quality measures alongside it.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since November 25, 2008.
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 people with a life-limiting illness who have chosen to stop curative treatment, typically with a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
CMS data does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact the hospice at (317) 885-4200 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe an intake process; contact the hospice directly at (317) 885-4200 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about CAHPS survey results, how the composite quality score compares to the state average, and the ZIP codes served — all of which are listed for this hospice on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Accentcare Hospice And Palliative Care Of Indiana (CCN 151603) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/151603?state=IN.
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.