Bayada Hospice
Concord, NH · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 301536)
CMS process measure: 97.99 (state average 95.91 — above state average)
Serves: 76 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (603) 724-6689 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Bayada Hospice has a 3-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 82% of families saying they'd definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 97.99 is above the New Hampshire state average of 95.91.
Bayada Hospice serves 76 ZIP codes from its Concord, New Hampshire office in Merrimack County. Families in that area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific location is covered.
Yes, Bayada Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 301536, since 2018). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Bayada Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Concord, New Hampshire, serving families in Merrimack County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since August 31, 2018 (CCN 301536).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Bayada Hospice an overall rating of 3 stars. Among those surveyed, 82% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 84% rated their experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, Bayada Hospice scored 97.99, which is above the New Hampshire state average of 95.91. This composite reflects how consistently the hospice performed a bundle of recommended care processes. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 78.8% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the most recent published data.
Bayada Hospice's service area, as listed with CMS, spans 76 ZIP codes, indicating a fairly broad reach from its Concord office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here beyond that. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient counts rather than any indication of quality. Families are encouraged to review Care Compare directly and to contact the hospice with specific questions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Bayada Hospice?
Yes, Bayada Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 301536), certified since August 31, 2018. 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, Bayada Hospice received an overall rating of 3 stars, with 82% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 84% rating their experience 9 or 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Bayada Hospice's composite process score is 97.99, which is above the New Hampshire state average of 95.91.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Bayada Hospice, based in Concord, New Hampshire (Merrimack County), serves 76 ZIP codes according to CMS data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 76 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Bayada Hospice is a for-profit organization. Ownership type doesn't directly determine quality — CMS survey results and quality measures are the more direct indicators of caregiver experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Bayada Hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 31, 2018.
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 focused on comfort for people who are no longer pursuing curative treatment and are typically expected to have a limited life expectancy.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No — choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curing an illness; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided; please contact Bayada Hospice at (603) 724-6689 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The CMS data does not include enrollment steps; please contact Bayada Hospice directly at (603) 724-6689 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how the hospice performs on CMS quality measures, and the geographic area served — all of which are reflected in Bayada Hospice's CMS Care Compare data; for other specifics, contact the hospice at (603) 724-6689.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Bayada Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/301536?state=NH to confirm current ratings and measures.
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.