Aseracare Hospice
Valparaiso, IN · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 151595)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.51 — above state average)
Serves: 77 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (219) 462-6398 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers rated Aseracare Hospice 2 out of 5 stars in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 76% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its composite process measure score of 100.00 is above the Indiana state average of 97.51.
Aseracare Hospice serves 77 ZIP codes from its Valparaiso, Indiana office in Porter County.
Yes, Aseracare Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 151595, certified since 2006); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Aseracare Hospice is a for-profit hospice located in Valparaiso, Indiana, serving Porter County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since December 29, 2006, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care for many years.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers surveyed through the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Aseracare Hospice an overall rating of 2 stars. Among caregivers surveyed, 76% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 75% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by families of patients cared for by this hospice, as published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which tracks whether recommended care processes were consistently delivered, Aseracare Hospice scored 100.00, which is above the Indiana state average of 97.51. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 79.0% of patients received visits during the last days of life, based on the most recent published data.
Aseracare Hospice reports serving 77 ZIP codes from its Valparaiso office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost information is provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and may not reflect the most current reporting period, so families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Aseracare Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 151595) since December 29, 2006, 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 an overall rating of 2 stars, with 76% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend Aseracare Hospice and 75% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Aseracare Hospice's composite process measure score is 100.00, which is above the Indiana state average of 97.51. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and 79.0% of patients receiving visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Aseracare Hospice serves 77 ZIP codes from its Valparaiso, Indiana office in Porter County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 77 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Aseracare Hospice is a for-profit organization. Ownership type doesn't directly predict quality; CMS's survey and process measures are better indicators of a hospice's performance.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Aseracare Hospice has been Medicare-certified since December 29, 2006.
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 stop curative treatment and are focused on comfort, typically with a life expectancy of six months or less as certified by a doctor.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting focus from curative treatment to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care — hospice teams provide medical, emotional, and spiritual support during this time.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided doesn't specify where care is delivered; please contact Aseracare Hospice at (219) 462-6398 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin care, contact Aseracare Hospice directly at (219) 462-6398 and verify certification and services on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact Aseracare Hospice at (219) 462-6398 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Aseracare Hospice's certification and quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/151595?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.