Care Dimensions, Inc
Danvers, MA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 221522)
CMS process measure: 94.87 (state average 95.51 — at state average)
Serves: 202 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (978) 822-3846 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Care Dimensions, Inc a CAHPS star rating of 3 out of 5, with 87% saying they would definitely recommend the hospice. Its CMS composite process score of 94.87 is at the Massachusetts state average of 95.51.
Care Dimensions, Inc serves 202 ZIP codes from its Danvers, MA office in Essex County. Families in this broad service area can be evaluated for eligibility for care from this hospice.
Yes, Care Dimensions, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 221522), certified since 1989. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Care Dimensions, Inc is a non-profit hospice based in Danvers, Massachusetts, serving families in Essex County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since September 6, 1989, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care for decades.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, family caregivers gave Care Dimensions a CAHPS star rating of 3 out of 5. Among surveyed caregivers, 87% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 83% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the experiences reported directly by family caregivers of patients who received care.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice follows recommended care processes, Care Dimensions scored 94.87, which CMS classifies as at the Massachusetts state average of 95.51. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and notes that 44.8% of patients received visits in the final days of life, according to published data.
Care Dimensions serves a broad area, covering 202 ZIP codes from its Danvers office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and are subject to CMS's publication schedule and vintage.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Care Dimensions, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 221522), certified since September 6, 1989, 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?
CMS survey data show a CAHPS star rating of 3 out of 5, with 87% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend the hospice and 83% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 94.87, which CMS classifies as at the Massachusetts state average of 95.51; CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and 44.8% of patients receiving visits in the final days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Care Dimensions, Inc serves 202 ZIP codes from its Danvers, MA office in Essex County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 202 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Care Dimensions, Inc is a non-profit hospice; ownership type is one factor CMS publishes, but it should be considered alongside the survey and quality data above.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since September 6, 1989.
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 people who have chosen to stop curative treatment and focus on comfort, typically when a doctor estimates life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, symptom relief, or emotional and spiritual support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This information is not included in the CMS data provided; please contact Care Dimensions, Inc at (978) 822-3846 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; contact Care Dimensions, Inc directly at (978) 822-3846 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how a hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, and the size of its service area — all of which are covered in this listing using CMS data; for questions about specific services or staffing, contact the hospice directly.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Care Dimensions, Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/221522?state=MA to review its current CMS-published data.
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.