Compassus - Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 031555)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 94.29 — above state average)
Serves: 100 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (417) 841-4834 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers reported that 87% would definitely recommend Compassus - Phoenix, and 84% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, this hospice scored 100.00, above the Arizona state average of 94.29.
Compassus - Phoenix serves 100 ZIP codes from its Phoenix, Arizona office in Maricopa County.
Yes, Compassus - Phoenix is Medicare-certified, with CCN 031555, certified since September 2, 2004. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Compassus - Phoenix is a for-profit hospice located in Phoenix, Arizona, serving families in Maricopa County. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since September 2, 2004, with CCN 031555.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 87% would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 84% gave it an overall rating of 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating figure for this hospice in the data provided, though the recommendation and rating percentages offer a picture of family caregiver experience.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects the delivery of core hospice care processes, Compassus - Phoenix scored 100.00, compared to a state average of 94.29 for Arizona — placing it above the state average. CMS also reported that 84.0% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life.
This hospice reports serving a broad area, covering 100 ZIP codes from its Phoenix office.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which can happen due to small patient counts and does not indicate poor quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here. Families are encouraged to verify current information directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Compassus - Phoenix is Medicare-certified (CCN 031555), certified since September 2, 2004, 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?
According to CMS Care Compare data, 87% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 84% rated it 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 100.00, compared to the Arizona state average of 94.29, placing it above the state average. CMS also reported that 84.0% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Compassus - Phoenix reports serving 100 ZIP codes from its office in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 100 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Compassus - Phoenix is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not directly determine quality, but it is a factor some families consider alongside CMS quality measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since September 2, 2004.
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 rather than cure and is typically for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less. Both aim to relieve symptoms and support quality 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 curative treatment for the terminal illness; patients can still receive care for other conditions. It is a choice about the type of care, not about giving up support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice. Please contact Compassus - Phoenix at (417) 841-4834 or check Medicare Care Compare to confirm where care is provided.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps. Please contact Compassus - Phoenix directly at (417) 841-4834 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about CAHPS survey results, quality measure scores, service area, and how care needs are met; you can review this hospice's published figures above, and contact them at (417) 841-4834 for further details.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Compassus - Phoenix directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/031555?state=AZ to view its current CMS-reported data.
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.