Bridginglife, Inc.
Westminster, MD · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 211522)
CMS process measure: 98.8 (state average 98.78 — at state average)
Serves: 145 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (410) 871-8000 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Bridginglife has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 86% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its composite process score of 98.80 is at the Maryland state average of 98.78, based on CMS Care Compare data.
Bridginglife serves 145 ZIP codes from its Westminster, Maryland office in Carroll County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Bridginglife, Inc. is Medicare-certified (CCN 211522, since 1992); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Bridginglife, Inc. is a non-profit hospice located in Westminster, Maryland, serving Carroll County and surrounding communities. According to CMS Care Compare data, the hospice has been Medicare-certified since September 3, 1992, meaning it has provided hospice services under Medicare oversight for over three decades.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, Bridginglife received a 4-star rating. Among surveyed family caregivers, 86% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 84% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the experiences reported by families of patients who received care from this hospice.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of recommended care processes, Bridginglife scored 98.80, compared to the Maryland state average of 98.78 — placing it at the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and 78.3% of patients received visits in the last days of life, according to published CMS data.
Bridginglife's service area, per CMS records, spans 145 ZIP codes, indicating a broad reach from its Westminster 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 may not reflect the most current publication cycle; families should verify current details directly with the hospice or on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Bridginglife, Inc. is Medicare-certified (CCN 211522, since September 1992), 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, Bridginglife received a 4-star rating, with 86% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend the hospice and 84% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Bridginglife's composite process score is 98.80, compared to Maryland's state average of 98.78 — CMS classifies this as at the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Bridginglife serves 145 ZIP codes from its Westminster, Maryland location in Carroll County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 145 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Bridginglife is a non-profit hospice; ownership type is reported by CMS for transparency but is not itself a measure of care quality.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Bridginglife has been Medicare-certified since September 3, 1992, according to CMS records.
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 for people who are no longer pursuing curative treatment, typically with a prognosis of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up care or support, and patients continue to receive medical attention for symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
CMS data does not specify care settings for Bridginglife; please contact the hospice at (410) 871-8000 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The CMS data provided does not include enrollment steps; please contact Bridginglife at (410) 871-8000 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver support, how care needs are addressed, and how the hospice communicates with patients and families; contact Bridginglife at (410) 871-8000 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Bridginglife's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/211522?state=MD.
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.