Central Wyoming Hospice Program
Casper, WY · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 531501)
CMS process measure: 94.44 (state average 89.78 — above state average)
Serves: 15 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (307) 577-4832 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Central Wyoming Hospice Program has a 4-star CAHPS rating from family caregivers, with 95% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 94.44 is above the Wyoming state average of 89.78.
Central Wyoming Hospice Program serves 15 ZIP codes from its Casper, Wyoming office in Natrona County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Central Wyoming Hospice Program is Medicare-certified (CCN 531501, since 1992), and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility. No further cost details are available from this data.
About this hospice
Central Wyoming Hospice Program is a non-profit hospice based in Casper, Wyoming, serving families in Natrona County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since January 6, 1992 (CCN 531501). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice a 4-star overall rating. Ninety-five percent said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 90% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences of caregivers who completed the survey and are published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care practices, this hospice scored 94.44, which is above the Wyoming state average of 89.78. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and that 87.9% of patients received visits during the last days of life, per the most recent published data.
Central Wyoming Hospice Program's service area, as listed on Care Compare, spans 15 ZIP codes from its Casper office.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data. Where CMS has not published a particular measure for a hospice, this is often due to small patient counts and should not be read as an indicator of poor quality. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Central Wyoming Hospice Program is Medicare-certified under CCN 531501, certified since January 6, 1992, 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, this hospice received a 4-star rating, with 95% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 90% 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 94.44, above the Wyoming state average of 89.78, and CMS lists a care index score of 10 with 87.9% of patients receiving visits during the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 15 ZIP codes from its Casper, Wyoming office in Natrona County, according to CMS Care Compare.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 15 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a non-profit hospice. Ownership type can inform families about organizational structure, but CMS quality measures like CAHPS scores are the more direct indicator of caregiver experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since January 6, 1992.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure and is generally for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less, as determined by a physician.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment, but it does not mean giving up care — patients still receive medical, emotional, and spiritual support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where care is provided; please contact Central Wyoming Hospice Program at (307) 577-4832 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; please contact Central Wyoming Hospice Program at (307) 577-4832 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how care needs are met, service area coverage, and staff availability; contact Central Wyoming Hospice Program at (307) 577-4832 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
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/531501?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.