Applegate Hospice St. George
St. George, UT · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 461534)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 95.57 — above state average)
Serves: 17 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (435) 628-1569 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers reported that 90% would definitely recommend Applegate Hospice St. George, and 88% rated their experience a 9 or 10 out of 10. Its composite process score of 100.00 is above the Utah state average of 95.57, based on CMS Care Compare data.
Applegate Hospice St. George serves 17 ZIP codes from its St. George, UT office in Washington County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Applegate Hospice St. George is Medicare-certified (CCN 461534, since February 5, 2004), and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Applegate Hospice St. George is a for-profit hospice provider based in St. George, Utah, serving families in Washington County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since February 5, 2004, meaning it has been enrolled in the Medicare program for two decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported positively about their experience: 90% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 88% rated their overall experience with the hospice a 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific overall CAHPS star rating figure for this hospice in the data provided.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Applegate Hospice St. George scored 100.00, compared to a Utah state average of 95.57 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 80.2% of patients received visits during the last days of life, a measure of timely, hands-on care near end of life.
Applegate Hospice St. George's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 17 ZIP codes from its St. George office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients whose doctor certifies their eligibility. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to review the source data directly and to confirm current details with the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Applegate Hospice St. George is Medicare-certified (CCN 461534, since February 5, 2004), and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
According to CMS Care Compare data, 90% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 88% rated their overall experience a 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 100.00, above the Utah state average of 95.57. CMS also reports 80.2% of patients received visits during the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Based on CMS data, Applegate Hospice St. George serves 17 ZIP codes from its St. George, Utah office in Washington County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 17 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Applegate Hospice St. George is organized as a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality; CMS quality measures and survey results are better indicators.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since February 5, 2004.
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 is for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor determines life expectancy is 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; patients still receive medical care, symptom management, and support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Applegate Hospice St. George at (435) 628-1569 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; please contact Applegate Hospice St. George at (435) 628-1569 to discuss how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures compared to state averages, service area, and how visits are scheduled near end of life — contact Applegate Hospice St. George at (435) 628-1569 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Applegate Hospice St. George's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/461534?state=UT.
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.