Community Hospice Of Northeast Florida Inc
Jacksonville, FL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 101500)
CMS process measure: 99.67 (state average 97.19 — above state average)
Serves: 153 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (904) 268-5200 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Community Hospice Of Northeast Florida Inc a 4-star rating in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 90% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.67 is above the Florida state average of 97.19.
Community Hospice Of Northeast Florida Inc serves 153 ZIP codes from its Jacksonville, FL office in Duval County.
Yes, Community Hospice Of Northeast Florida Inc is Medicare-certified, with CCN 101500, certified since 1983; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Community Hospice Of Northeast Florida Inc is a non-profit hospice based in Jacksonville, Florida, serving Duval County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since November 1, 1983, and carries CCN 101500.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Ninety percent of surveyed family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 87% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers a bundle of recommended care processes, this hospice scored 99.67, compared with a Florida state average of 97.19 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 65.1% of patients, per the published data.
Community Hospice Of Northeast Florida Inc reports serving 153 ZIP codes from its Jacksonville office, reflecting a broad service area.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost details beyond that are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as supplied and may be updated periodically by CMS. Families are encouraged to confirm current figures directly on Medicare Care Compare and to contact the hospice for any details not covered by this published data.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Community Hospice Of Northeast Florida Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 101500) since November 1, 1983, 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 from family caregivers, with 90% saying they would definitely recommend it and 87% 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 99.67, compared with a Florida state average of 97.19, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data shows this hospice serving 153 ZIP codes from its Jacksonville, Duval County office.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 153 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 affect how a hospice reinvests revenue, but CMS quality measures like CAHPS scores are the more direct indicator of care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since November 1, 1983.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of illness to ease symptoms, while hospice care focuses on comfort for those with a life-limiting illness who have stopped curative treatment, typically with a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting focus from curative treatment to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care — patients still receive active medical, emotional, and spiritual support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact the hospice at (904) 268-5200 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; please contact the hospice at (904) 268-5200 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about CAHPS survey results, quality measure scores, service area, and how care needs are met day to day; contact the hospice at (904) 268-5200 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Community Hospice Of Northeast Florida Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/101500?state=FL using CCN 101500.
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.