Cottonwood Hospice, Llc
Beatrice, NE · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 281504)
CMS process measure: 97.26 (state average 97.56 — at state average)
Serves: 47 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (402) 228-8501 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Cottonwood Hospice holds a 5-star CAHPS rating from family caregivers, with 91% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 97.26 is at the Nebraska state average of 97.56.
Cottonwood Hospice serves 47 ZIP codes from its Beatrice, Nebraska office in Gage County.
Yes, Cottonwood Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 281504, since October 1988); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Cottonwood Hospice, LLC is a for-profit hospice based in Beatrice, Nebraska, in Gage County. It has been Medicare-certified since October 1, 1988, with CCN 281504, meaning it has met federal standards for hospice care for over three decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Cottonwood Hospice a 5-star overall rating. Ninety-one percent said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 89% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by surveyed family members and caregivers of patients who received care.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice follows recommended care processes, Cottonwood Hospice scored 97.26, compared to the Nebraska state average of 97.56 — CMS classifies this as at the state average. The hospice also reported that 78.1% of patients received visits during the last days of life, a measure CMS tracks as part of quality reporting.
Cottonwood Hospice serves a broad area, covering 47 ZIP codes from its Beatrice office.
All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data as published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. For details on services, staffing, or how to begin care, contact the hospice directly.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Cottonwood Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 281504) since October 1, 1988, 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, Cottonwood Hospice received a 5-star rating, with 91% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 89% rating their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score of 97.26 is at the Nebraska state average of 97.56, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Cottonwood Hospice serves 47 ZIP codes from its office in Beatrice, Gage County, Nebraska.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 47 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Cottonwood Hospice, LLC is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care, as shown by its published CAHPS ratings.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since October 1, 1988.
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 the goal, typically for those with a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Hospice does not mean giving up care — it shifts the focus from curing illness to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life for the patient and support for the family.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify care settings; contact Cottonwood Hospice at (402) 228-8501 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin care, contact Cottonwood Hospice directly at (402) 228-8501 and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how the hospice compares to state averages on quality measures, and the areas it serves — Cottonwood Hospice can be reached at (402) 228-8501 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view Cottonwood Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/281504?state=NE.
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.