Alexian Brothers Hospice
Hanover Park, IL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 141632)
CMS process measure: 99.69 (state average 96.22 — above state average)
Serves: 112 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (847) 685-9900 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Alexian Brothers Hospice 4 out of 5 stars in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 90% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.69 is above the Illinois state average of 96.22.
Alexian Brothers Hospice serves 112 ZIP codes from its office in Hanover Park, Illinois, in Adams County.
Yes, Alexian Brothers Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 141632, certified since October 13, 2009); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Alexian Brothers Hospice is a non-profit hospice located in Hanover Park, Illinois, serving families in Adams County and beyond. It has been Medicare-certified since October 13, 2009 (CCN 141632).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Alexian Brothers Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Of those surveyed, 90% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 86% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences of families who completed the survey and are reported by CMS, not a guarantee of any individual family's experience.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, Alexian Brothers Hospice scored 99.69, which is above the Illinois state average of 96.22. CMS also reports that visits occurred in the last days of life for 65.2% of patients tracked. Where a measure is not listed here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often the result of small patient counts rather than any indication of quality.
Alexian Brothers Hospice reports serving 112 ZIP codes from its Hanover Park office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and are subject to CMS's most recent publication vintage; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Alexian Brothers Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 141632, since October 13, 2009), 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?
CMS's CAHPS survey data shows a 4-star overall rating, with 90% of families saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 86% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 99.69, above the Illinois state average of 96.22, according to CMS Care Compare.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS-reported data shows Alexian Brothers Hospice serves 112 ZIP codes from its Hanover Park, Illinois office in Adams County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 112 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Alexian Brothers Hospice is a non-profit organization; ownership type is reported by CMS and families may want to consider it alongside quality measures when comparing hospices.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since October 13, 2009.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure for patients who are no longer pursuing 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 toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact Alexian Brothers Hospice at (847) 685-9900 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Please contact Alexian Brothers Hospice directly at (847) 685-9900 to ask about starting care, and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about CAHPS survey results, quality measures like the composite process score, service area, and ownership type — all of which are available for this hospice on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Alexian Brothers Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/141632?state=IL.
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.