Cleveland Clinic Hospice
Independence, OH · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 361554)
CMS process measure: 99.19 (state average 97.03 — above state average)
Serves: 171 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (216) 444-9819 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Cleveland Clinic Hospice has a 3-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 84% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.19 is above the Ohio state average of 97.03.
Cleveland Clinic Hospice serves 171 ZIP codes from its Independence, Ohio office in Cuyahoga County.
Yes, Cleveland Clinic Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 361554, since 1991); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Cleveland Clinic Hospice is a non-profit hospice based in Independence, Ohio, serving Cuyahoga County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since February 15, 1991 (CCN 361554).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 3 stars. Among respondents, 84% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 83% rated their overall experience of care 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently the hospice delivered a bundle of recommended care processes, Cleveland Clinic Hospice scored 99.19, compared to the Ohio state average of 97.03 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 65.6% of patients, per the most recent published data.
Cleveland Clinic Hospice reports serving 171 ZIP codes from its Independence, Ohio office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as published; families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Care Compare, since CMS updates data periodically and some measures may not be published for hospices with small patient counts.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Cleveland Clinic Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 361554), certified since February 15, 1991, 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 an overall rating of 3 stars, with 84% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 83% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 99.19, compared to the Ohio state average of 97.03 — above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Cleveland Clinic Hospice reports serving 171 ZIP codes from its Independence, Ohio location in Cuyahoga County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 171 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 is one factor among several CMS reports, and families may consider it alongside the quality measures above.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since February 15, 1991.
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 for those with a terminal diagnosis who have chosen to stop 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; it is a care choice, not giving up on care.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This isn't specified in the CMS data provided; please contact the hospice at (216) 444-9819 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The CMS data does not describe the enrollment process; contact the hospice directly at (216) 444-9819 and confirm details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how the hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, and its service area — all of which can be discussed by calling (216) 444-9819.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Cleveland Clinic Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/361554?state=OH to confirm current CMS-reported figures.
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.