Circle Of Life Hospice
Reno, NV · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 291509)
CMS process measure: 80 (state average 93.57 — below state average)
Serves: 30 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (775) 827-2298 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Circle Of Life Hospice has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 89% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure it scored 80.00, which is below the Nevada state average of 93.57.
Circle Of Life Hospice serves 30 ZIP codes from its Reno, Nevada office in Washoe County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Circle Of Life Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 291509, since December 2000); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Circle Of Life Hospice is a for-profit hospice serving Reno, Nevada and the surrounding Washoe County area. According to CMS Care Compare data, the hospice has been Medicare-certified since December 8, 2000, meaning it has been eligible to provide the Medicare hospice benefit for eligible patients for over two decades.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, Circle Of Life Hospice received a 4-star rating. Among families surveyed, 89% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 86% rated their overall experience with the hospice as a 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family caregivers of patients who received care.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects the delivery of certain routine hospice care processes, Circle Of Life Hospice scored 80.00, compared to a Nevada state average of 93.57 — placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 7 and notes that 68.4% of patients received visits in the last days of life, according to the available data.
Circle Of Life Hospice reports serving 30 ZIP codes from its Reno office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who qualify. All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Care Compare, as CMS updates this information periodically.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Circle Of Life Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 291509) as of December 8, 2000, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who are eligible and certified by a doctor.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
CMS's CAHPS survey gives this hospice a 4-star rating, with 89% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 86% 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 80.00, compared to a Nevada state average of 93.57, placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also lists a care index score of 7 and reports that 68.4% of patients received visits in their last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Circle Of Life Hospice reports serving 30 ZIP codes from its office in Reno, Washoe County, Nevada.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 30 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Circle Of Life Hospice is a for-profit organization. Ownership type does not determine quality on its own; CMS's survey and quality measures offer a more direct picture of patient experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since December 8, 2000, according to CMS records.
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 patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies a life expectancy of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course.
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; it does not mean a patient stops receiving medical care and support, and patients can generally still be treated for other health conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This isn't specified in the CMS data provided; please contact Circle Of Life Hospice at (775) 827-2298 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The CMS data does not include enrollment steps; please contact Circle Of Life Hospice directly at (775) 827-2298 for information on how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how routine care processes compare to state averages, and the size of the service area — all of which are covered above using CMS data; for questions about specific services or staffing, contact the hospice directly at (775) 827-2298.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Circle Of Life Hospice (CCN 291509) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/291509?state=NV to confirm current ratings and measures.
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.