Aspirus At Home
Hancock, MI · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 231560)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.27 — above state average)
Serves: 38 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (906) 337-5700 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Aspirus At Home has a 3-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 85% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure it scored 100.00, above the Michigan state average of 97.27.
Aspirus At Home serves 38 ZIP codes from its Hancock, Michigan office in Houghton County.
Yes, Aspirus At Home is Medicare-certified (CCN 231560, since 1993); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Aspirus At Home is a non-profit hospice based in Hancock, Michigan, serving families in Houghton County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since October 12, 1993, and carries CCN 231560.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Aspirus At Home an overall rating of 3 stars. Of those surveyed, 85% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 81% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences of families who completed the survey and are published by CMS as part of its standard hospice quality reporting.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects whether recommended care processes were delivered, Aspirus At Home scored 100.00, compared to the Michigan state average of 97.27 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 58.3% of patients received visits in the last days of life, and a care index score of 9. Where CMS has not published a particular measure for this hospice, it is often because of small patient counts, not an indication of lower quality.
Aspirus At Home's service area covers 38 ZIP codes from its Hancock, Michigan office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recently published reporting period; families should verify current details directly with the hospice or on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Aspirus At Home is Medicare-certified (CCN 231560) since October 12, 1993, 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 survey, Aspirus At Home received an overall rating of 3 stars, with 85% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 81% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Aspirus At Home scored 100.00 on the CMS composite process measure, above the Michigan state average of 97.27.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Aspirus At Home serves 38 ZIP codes from its office in Hancock, Michigan, in Houghton County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 38 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Aspirus At Home is a non-profit hospice; ownership type can inform families about organizational structure, but CMS quality measures should be reviewed regardless of ownership type.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Aspirus At Home has been Medicare-certified since October 12, 1993.
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 and quality of life when curative treatment is no longer pursued, typically for those with a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curative treatment; 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 where care is delivered; please contact Aspirus At Home at (906) 337-5700 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact Aspirus At Home directly at (906) 337-5700 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how care processes compare to state averages, and the scope of the service area — all of which are available for Aspirus At Home through CMS Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Aspirus At Home's certification and quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/231560?state=MI.
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.