Brighton Hospice Massachusetts, Llc
Newton, MA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 221616)
CMS process measure: 96.3 (state average 95.51 — at state average)
Serves: 78 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (801) 996-3217 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported that 78% would definitely recommend Brighton Hospice Massachusetts, and 72% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. Its composite process score of 96.30 is at the state average of 95.51, though CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the available data.
Brighton Hospice Massachusetts serves 78 ZIP codes from its Newton, MA office in Middlesex County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Brighton Hospice Massachusetts, LLC is Medicare-certified, with CCN 221616, certified since March 10, 2022. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Brighton Hospice Massachusetts, LLC is a for-profit hospice agency based in Newton, Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It has been Medicare-certified since March 10, 2022, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 221616.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers surveyed through the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 78% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 72% gave it an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can happen when survey volumes are small; this is not an indication of poor quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects the share of recommended care processes delivered, Brighton Hospice Massachusetts scored 96.30, compared with the Massachusetts state average of 95.51 — CMS categorizes this as at the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 48.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the data provided.
The agency's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 78 ZIP codes served from its Newton office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost details are provided here beyond that.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as supplied for this listing. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare and by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Brighton Hospice Massachusetts, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 221616) as of March 10, 2022, 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, 78% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 72% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can occur with smaller survey samples.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 96.30, compared with the Massachusetts state average of 95.51 — CMS classifies this as at the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and that 48.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Based on CMS data, Brighton Hospice Massachusetts serves 78 ZIP codes from its Newton, MA office in Middlesex County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 78 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS quality measures and caregiver survey results are more direct indicators.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 10, 2022.
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 focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies 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 to comfort, dignity, and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness; patients can still receive treatment for unrelated conditions, and can leave hospice at any time if circumstances change.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided data does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact them at (801) 996-3217 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; please contact Brighton Hospice Massachusetts at (801) 996-3217 to learn how to begin care, and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may wish to ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, how care processes compare to state averages, the range of ZIP codes served, and how long the agency has been Medicare-certified — all of which are reflected in this listing's CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Brighton Hospice Massachusetts, LLC directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/221616?state=MA using CCN 221616.
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.