Bayada Hospice
North Bergen, NJ · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 311580)
CMS process measure: 99.52 (state average 96.87 — above state average)
Serves: 218 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (201) 630-2158 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Bayada Hospice has a CAHPS family-caregiver rating of 3 stars, with 86% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process-of-care score is 99.52, which is above the New Jersey state average of 96.87.
Bayada Hospice serves 218 ZIP codes from its North Bergen, NJ office in Hudson County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Bayada Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 311580, since 2015); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Bayada Hospice is a non-profit hospice based in North Bergen, New Jersey, serving Hudson County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since June 23, 2015, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 311580.
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 respondents, 86% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 82% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, Bayada Hospice scored 99.52, compared with a New Jersey state average of 96.87 — placing it above the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and indicates that 64.0% of patients received visits during the last days of life, according to the most recent published data.
Bayada Hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, covers 218 ZIP codes, indicating a wide geographic reach from its North Bergen office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details beyond that are provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned above, 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 verify current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Bayada Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 311580) since June 23, 2015, 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, Bayada Hospice received an overall rating of 3 stars, with 86% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 82% 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-of-care score is 99.52, compared with the New Jersey state average of 96.87, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Bayada Hospice serves 218 ZIP codes from its North Bergen, NJ office in Hudson County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 218 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Bayada Hospice is a non-profit organization; ownership type is one factor among several to consider, alongside CMS survey results and quality measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Bayada Hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 23, 2015.
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 generally for those with a life-limiting illness who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means focusing on comfort and quality of life rather than treatments aimed at 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 CMS data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Bayada Hospice at (201) 630-2158 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin hospice care with Bayada Hospice, contact them directly at (201) 630-2158 and verify current information 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 ownership type — all of which are reflected in CMS Care Compare data for Bayada Hospice.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Bayada Hospice's current CMS data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/311580?state=NJ.
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.