Caringedge Hospice Of Casper Llc
Casper, WY · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 531529)
CMS process measure: 95.12 (state average 89.78 — above state average)
Serves: 13 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (307) 343-1103 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers who responded to the CMS survey for Caringedge Hospice Of Casper reported that 77% would definitely recommend this hospice, and it scored 95.12 on the CMS composite process measure, above the Wyoming state average of 89.78. CMS has not published a separate overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the available data.
Caringedge Hospice Of Casper serves 13 ZIP codes from its Casper, Wyoming office in Natrona County. Families in that surrounding area may be within its service area, though contacting the hospice directly can confirm specific ZIP code coverage.
Yes, Caringedge Hospice Of Casper is Medicare-certified, with CCN 531529, certified since April 8, 2021. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Caringedge Hospice Of Casper LLC is a for-profit hospice agency based in Casper, Wyoming (Natrona County), Medicare-certified since April 8, 2021 (CCN 531529). It serves families across 13 ZIP codes in the region.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers surveyed through the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 77% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 81% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can occur for hospices with smaller patient counts and does not indicate poor quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, this hospice scored 95.12, compared with the Wyoming state average of 89.78 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 83.7% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life, a measure sometimes referred to as the care index, with a reported score of 10 for this hospice.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost information beyond this is provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the vintage published there; families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Care Compare before making decisions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Caringedge Hospice Of Casper is Medicare-certified (CCN 531529), certified since April 8, 2021, 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, 77% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 81% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
This hospice scored 95.12 on the CMS composite process measure, compared with the Wyoming state average of 89.78, putting it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 13 ZIP codes from its Casper, Wyoming office in Natrona County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 13 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Caringedge Hospice Of Casper is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but it is disclosed by CMS for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since April 8, 2021.
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 rather than cure and is generally for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No — hospice shifts the goal of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness, but it does not mean abandoning medical care or support.
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 (307) 343-1103 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data does not describe the intake process; please contact Caringedge Hospice Of Casper directly at (307) 343-1103 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures compared to state averages, services offered, and staff availability — contact the hospice at (307) 343-1103 for specifics and review its Care Compare profile.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view current CMS data for this hospice at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/531529?state=WY.
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.