Bristol Hospice - Chicago, Llc
Des Plaines, IL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 141727)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 96.22 — above state average)
Serves: 99 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (872) 777-1750 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Bristol Hospice - Chicago, LLC has not had a CMS star rating published, but 85% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend it, and 83% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Illinois state average of 96.22.
Bristol Hospice - Chicago, LLC serves 99 ZIP codes from its office in Des Plaines, Illinois, in Cook County.
Yes, Bristol Hospice - Chicago, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 141727, since July 2023); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Bristol Hospice - Chicago, LLC is a Medicare-certified hospice provider based in Des Plaines, Illinois, serving families in Cook County and surrounding areas. CMS records show this hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 6, 2023. The data provided does not include the ownership type (for-profit, non-profit, or government) for this hospice, so families should confirm this directly with the provider or on Medicare Care Compare.
According to CMS Care Compare's CAHPS Hospice Survey data, 85% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 83% rated their overall experience of care between 9 and 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can occur when patient counts are too small to generate a reliable star summary — this is not an indication of poor quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects whether standard care processes were delivered, this hospice scored 100.00, compared to a state average of 96.22 — placing it above the state average. CMS has not published a visits-near-end-of-life percentage for this hospice in the data available. This hospice's service area, as reported to CMS, spans 99 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost information is provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as supplied.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Bristol Hospice - Chicago, LLC is Medicare-certified under CCN 141727, effective July 6, 2023, 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 Hospice Survey, 85% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 83% rated their overall care experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a star rating for this hospice in the data available.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
This hospice's composite process score is 100.00, compared to an Illinois state average of 96.22, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice serves 99 ZIP codes from its office in Des Plaines, Illinois, in Cook County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 99 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
The ownership type for this hospice is not included in the data provided; contact the hospice at (872) 777-1750 or check Medicare Care Compare to confirm. Ownership type can affect a hospice's mission and operations, but Medicare certification requirements apply to all types.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 6, 2023.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment to relieve symptoms, while hospice care is for people who have decided to stop curative treatment and are focused on comfort, typically when a doctor estimates a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care from curing an illness to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care, and patients can still receive medications and treatments aimed at managing pain and symptoms.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; contact the hospice at (872) 777-1750 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; contact the hospice directly at (872) 777-1750 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver recommendation rates, CMS quality scores, service area, staff availability, and how the hospice supports patients and families — some of this information is available for this hospice on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review this hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/141727?state=IL.
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.