Compassus - Indianapolis
Muncie, IN · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 151560)
CMS process measure: 98.58 (state average 97.51 — above state average)
Serves: 54 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (765) 288-2162 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Compassus - Indianapolis received a 2-star rating in the CMS family caregiver survey, with 75% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend the hospice. Its composite process score of 98.58 is above the Indiana state average of 97.51.
Compassus - Indianapolis serves 54 ZIP codes from its Muncie, Indiana office in Delaware County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Compassus - Indianapolis is Medicare-certified (CCN 151560, since 1997); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Compassus - Indianapolis is a for-profit hospice based in Muncie, Indiana (Delaware County), and has been Medicare-certified since January 22, 1997. According to CMS Care Compare data, the hospice serves 54 ZIP codes from its Muncie office.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, this hospice received a 2-star caregiver rating. Among family members surveyed, 75% said they would definitely recommend the hospice, and 75% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered, this hospice scored 98.58, compared to the Indiana state average of 97.51 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 67.4% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, according to the most recent published CMS data.
Where CMS has not published a particular measure for this hospice, that omission does not indicate poor quality — it is often the result of small patient counts reported to CMS during the survey period.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost or fee information is included here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent published vintage available.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Compassus - Indianapolis is Medicare-certified (CCN 151560, since January 22, 1997). 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 2-star family caregiver rating, with 75% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 75% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
The hospice's composite process score is 98.58, compared to the Indiana state average of 97.51, placing it above the state average according to CMS data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS Care Compare data, this hospice serves 54 ZIP codes from its Muncie, Indiana office in Delaware County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 54 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is for-profit. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality; CMS quality measures and caregiver surveys are better indicators of care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since January 22, 1997.
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 and quality of life when curative treatment is no longer being pursued, typically for patients with a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom management, and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it is not about giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided data does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact the hospice at (765) 288-2162 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact the hospice at (765) 288-2162 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality measure scores compared to state averages, service area, and how staff can be reached; you can review these figures on Medicare Care Compare and confirm additional details by calling (765) 288-2162.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view this hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/151560?state=IN.
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.