Caretenders Hospice
Minneapolis, MN · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 241593)
CMS process measure: 98.23 (state average 97.62 — at state average)
Serves: 67 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (952) 831-0193 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed for Caretenders Hospice reported that 77% would definitely recommend it, and 78% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 98.23, about the same as Minnesota's state average of 97.62.
Caretenders Hospice serves 67 ZIP codes from its Minneapolis, Minnesota office in Hennepin County.
Yes, Caretenders Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 241593), since August 16, 2013, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Caretenders Hospice is a for-profit hospice agency based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, serving Hennepin County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since August 16, 2013 (CCN 241593), meaning it has met federal health and safety standards to provide hospice services covered under the Medicare hospice benefit for eligible patients whose doctor certifies their eligibility.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers surveyed through the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 77% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 78% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a distinct overall CAHPS star rating figure separate from these percentages in the data available here.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, Caretenders Hospice scored 98.23, which CMS classifies as at the state average of 97.62 for Minnesota. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 78.5% of patients received visits in the last days of life, per the most recent published data.
Caretenders Hospice reports serving 67 ZIP codes from its Minneapolis office, reflecting a broad service area within the region.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and are subject to CMS's publication schedule and update vintage. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare and to contact the hospice with specific questions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Caretenders Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 241593) since August 16, 2013, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey, 77% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Caretenders Hospice, and 78% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Caretenders Hospice scored 98.23 on CMS's composite process-of-care measure, which is at the Minnesota state average of 97.62.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Caretenders Hospice reports serving 67 ZIP codes from its Minneapolis, Minnesota office in Hennepin County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 67 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Caretenders Hospice is a for-profit agency. Ownership type doesn't directly determine care quality, but it's one factor families may want to consider alongside CMS survey results.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Caretenders Hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 16, 2013.
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 when curative treatment is no longer being pursued, typically for a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up all care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided doesn't specify where Caretenders Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (952) 831-0193 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care with Caretenders Hospice, contact them directly at (952) 831-0193 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, how the hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, and its Medicare certification status — all of which are available for Caretenders Hospice above.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Caretenders Hospice's certification and quality data at the official CMS Care Compare page: https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/241593?state=MN.
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.