Emblem Hospice Central
Phoenix, AZ · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 031579)
CMS process measure: 98.85 (state average 94.29 — above state average)
Serves: 78 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (623) 847-2323 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for Emblem Hospice Central, so no star rating or percent-recommend figure is available. On CMS's composite process measure, however, it scored 98.85, above the Arizona state average of 94.29.
Emblem Hospice Central serves 78 ZIP codes from its Phoenix, AZ office in Maricopa County.
Yes, Emblem Hospice Central is Medicare-certified (CCN 031579, since 2008); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Emblem Hospice Central is a for-profit hospice agency based in Phoenix, Arizona, serving families in Maricopa County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since September 17, 2008 (CCN 031579).
According to CMS Care Compare data, CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results (star rating, percentage who would definitely recommend, or percentage rating the hospice 9-10) for this hospice. This is often due to small patient counts and should not be taken as a sign of poor quality — simply that CMS has not reported it.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes a bundle of recommended care processes, Emblem Hospice Central scored 98.85, compared to the Arizona state average of 94.29 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and 40.0% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life, per CMS data.
Emblem Hospice Central's service area, as reported to CMS, covers 78 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost information is provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families should verify current details directly with the hospice and on Care Compare, as data vintage may change over time.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Emblem Hospice Central is Medicare-certified (CCN 031579), certified since September 17, 2008. 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 has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results (star rating or percent who would recommend) for this hospice, which often happens with smaller patient counts and does not indicate poor quality.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Emblem Hospice Central scored 98.85 on CMS's composite process measure, compared to the Arizona state average of 94.29 — above average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and that 40.0% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Emblem Hospice Central, located in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona, serves 78 ZIP codes according to CMS data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 78 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Emblem Hospice Central is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS quality measures and CAHPS surveys, where available, offer more direct evidence.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Emblem Hospice Central has been Medicare-certified since September 17, 2008.
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 is for patients who have stopped curative treatment and are focused on comfort, typically with a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the goal of care from curing an illness to comfort and quality of life; patients can still receive medical treatment aimed at managing symptoms and pain.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; please contact Emblem Hospice Central at (623) 847-2323 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 Emblem Hospice Central at (623) 847-2323 to discuss how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about CMS quality measures, CAHPS survey results, services provided, staffing, and coverage area; contact Emblem Hospice Central at (623) 847-2323 and review its listing on Medicare Care Compare for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Emblem Hospice Central (CCN 031579) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/031579?state=AZ to see 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.