Caring Hospice Services Of Connecticut Llc
Stamford, CT · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 071501)
CMS process measure: 92.56 (state average 96.43 — below state average)
Serves: 37 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (203) 674-8380 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
According to CMS data, 90% of family caregivers surveyed said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 89% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. On the CMS composite process measure, this hospice scored 92.56, which is below the Connecticut state average of 96.43.
Caring Hospice Services Of Connecticut LLC serves 37 ZIP codes from its Stamford, Connecticut office in Fairfield County.
Yes, Caring Hospice Services Of Connecticut LLC is Medicare-certified, with CCN 071501, certified since 1985. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Caring Hospice Services Of Connecticut LLC is a for-profit hospice based in Stamford, Connecticut, serving Fairfield County and the surrounding area. According to CMS Care Compare data, this hospice has been Medicare-certified since September 12, 1985.
Family caregivers responding to the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 90% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 89% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. CMS has not published a separate CAHPS star rating figure for this hospice in the data provided.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects the share of recommended care processes delivered to patients, this hospice scored 92.56, compared to a Connecticut state average of 96.43 — placing it below the state average on this measure. Being below average on one composite process measure does not by itself indicate poor care; families are encouraged to review the full detail on Medicare Care Compare and ask the hospice directly about their practices.
This hospice reports serving 37 ZIP codes from its Stamford office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond that are provided here.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as supplied and should be verified directly with the hospice or on Medicare Care Compare for the most current information.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Caring Hospice Services Of Connecticut LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 071501), certified since September 12, 1985, 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, 90% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 89% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
This hospice's composite process score is 92.56, compared to a Connecticut state average of 96.43, placing it below the state average on this measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice reports serving 37 ZIP codes from its Stamford, Connecticut office in Fairfield County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 37 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is organized as a for-profit entity; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care, and CMS quality data should be reviewed separately.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since September 12, 1985.
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 generally for people with a life expectancy of six months or less who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment.
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; patients can still receive treatment for symptoms and other conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (203) 674-8380 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; please contact the hospice at (203) 674-8380 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, how a hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, and the ZIP codes served; you can also contact the hospice at (203) 674-8380 for more specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up this hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/071501?state=CT to review its current CMS 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.