Delaware Hospice - North Division
Newark, DE · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 081500)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 99.16 — at state average)
Serves: 29 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (302) 478-5707 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Delaware Hospice - North Division holds a 4-star family caregiver rating from CMS, with 90% of surveyed families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is at the Delaware state average of 99.16.
Delaware Hospice - North Division serves 29 ZIP codes from its Newark, DE office in New Castle County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Delaware Hospice - North Division is Medicare-certified (CCN 081500, since 1984); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Delaware Hospice - North Division is a non-profit hospice based in Newark, Delaware, serving families in New Castle County and the surrounding area. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since January 30, 1984, meaning it has a long history of providing care under the Medicare hospice benefit.
According to CMS Care Compare data (CAHPS family caregiver survey), Delaware Hospice - North Division earned a 4-star caregiver rating. Among surveyed families, 90% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the direct experiences of family caregivers who responded to the CMS survey.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered, Delaware Hospice - North Division scored 100.00, compared to a Delaware state average of 99.16 — placing it at the state average. CMS also reports that 64.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life, one of several process measures CMS publishes for hospices. Where CMS has not published a particular measure for this hospice, that is often due to small patient counts and should not be read as an indicator of poor quality.
Delaware Hospice - North Division reports serving 29 ZIP codes from its Newark office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Delaware Hospice - North Division is Medicare-certified (CCN 081500) since January 30, 1984, 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?
CMS's CAHPS survey gives this hospice a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 90% of respondents saying they would definitely recommend it and 85% 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 100.00, compared to a Delaware state average of 99.16, placing it at the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Delaware Hospice - North Division reports serving 29 ZIP codes from its Newark, DE office in New Castle County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 29 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 organizational structure and mission, but CMS quality measures are the best way to compare care quality across ownership types.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since January 30, 1984.
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 and a doctor certifies a limited life expectancy.
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 does not mean giving up all medical care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided doesn't specify care settings; please contact Delaware Hospice - North Division at (302) 478-5707 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin care, contact Delaware Hospice - North Division directly at (302) 478-5707 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how the hospice compares to state averages on quality measures, and what areas it serves — all of which you can review here or verify directly with the hospice at (302) 478-5707.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Delaware Hospice - North Division (CCN 081500) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/081500?state=DE to confirm the most current CMS 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.