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Circle Of Life Hospice

Springdale, AR · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 041529)

Family caregiver rating (CAHPS): 5★ — 94% of families would definitely recommend
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.84 — above state average)
Serves: 58 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (479) 750-6632 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗

Circle Of Life Hospice holds a 5-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 94% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score is 100.00, above the Arkansas state average of 97.84.

Circle Of Life Hospice serves 58 ZIP codes from its Springdale, AR office in Washington County.

Yes, Circle Of Life Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 041529, since 1992); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.

CMS care-process score vs. state average
Circle Of Life Hospice Circle Of Life Hospice: 100 100 AR average AR average: 97.84 97.84

About this hospice

Circle Of Life Hospice is a non-profit hospice based in Springdale, Arkansas, serving families in Washington County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since December 29, 1992, according to CMS Care Compare records.

In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, Circle Of Life Hospice received a 5-star rating, with 94% of surveyed family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend the hospice to others, and 90% giving the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family members of patients who received care.

On CMS's composite process measure, which tracks whether recommended care processes were delivered, Circle Of Life Hospice scored 100.00, compared to the Arkansas state average of 97.84 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 80.2% of patients received visits in the last days of life, per the most recent published data.

Circle Of Life Hospice's service area spans 58 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad reach from its Springdale office.

All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often related to small patient counts rather than any indication of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details beyond that are available in this listing.

Questions families ask

Does Medicare cover care from Circle Of Life Hospice?

Yes, Circle Of Life Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 041529, since December 29, 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, Circle Of Life Hospice earned a 5-star rating, with 94% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 90% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.

How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?

Circle Of Life Hospice's composite process score is 100.00, compared to the Arkansas state average of 97.84, placing it above the state average.

What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?

Circle Of Life Hospice serves 58 ZIP codes from its Springdale, Arkansas office in Washington County.

Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 58 this hospice reports serving.

Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?

Circle Of Life Hospice is a non-profit hospice; ownership type can relate to organizational structure but CMS's published quality data is the best source for comparing performance regardless of ownership.

How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?

Circle Of Life Hospice has been Medicare-certified since December 29, 1992, 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 specifically for people who have chosen to stop curative treatment and are focused on comfort in the last phase of life.

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 illness; it does not mean giving up on care, attention, or support.

Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?

This listing's CMS data doesn't specify care settings; please contact Circle Of Life Hospice at (479) 750-6632 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.

How do I start hospice care with this provider?

To start hospice care, contact Circle Of Life Hospice directly at (479) 750-6632 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.

What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?

Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction, CMS quality scores, service area, and how care needs are met; Circle Of Life Hospice can be reached at (479) 750-6632 for specifics, and its CMS profile can be reviewed on Care Compare.

How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?

You can view Circle Of Life Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/041529?state=AR.

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.