Emmanuel Hospice Care Inc
Lares, PR · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 401516)
CMS process measure: 98.65 (state average 93.83 — above state average)
Serves: 15 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (787) 897-7040 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for Emmanuel Hospice Care Inc, so no star rating or percent-recommend figure is available. However, its CMS composite process score of 98.65 is above the Puerto Rico state average of 93.83.
Emmanuel Hospice Care Inc serves 15 ZIP codes from its office in Lares, Puerto Rico, in Lares County.
Yes, Emmanuel Hospice Care Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 401516, certified since 1992); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Emmanuel Hospice Care Inc is a for-profit hospice located in Lares, Puerto Rico, serving patients in Lares County. It has been Medicare-certified since July 10, 1992, giving it a long history of providing hospice services in the area.
CMS Care Compare has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results (star rating, percent who would definitely recommend, or percent rating the hospice 9-10) for this hospice. This is often due to small patient counts and does not imply anything negative about the quality of care provided.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Emmanuel Hospice Care Inc scored 98.65, compared to the Puerto Rico state average of 93.83 — placing it above the state average. Its care index score is listed as 9, and CMS data show that 57.3% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the most recent Care Compare data.
Emmanuel Hospice Care Inc reports serving 15 ZIP codes from its Lares office, reflecting a moderate service area within the region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and may be updated periodically; families are encouraged to check Care Compare directly for the most current figures.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Emmanuel Hospice Care Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 401516) since July 10, 1992. 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 for this hospice, often because of small patient counts; this does not indicate poor quality.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 98.65, above the Puerto Rico state average of 93.83. CMS data also show 57.3% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Emmanuel Hospice Care Inc serves 15 ZIP codes from its Lares, Puerto Rico location in Lares County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 15 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Emmanuel Hospice Care Inc is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS quality measures are a more direct indicator.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since July 10, 1992.
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 focused on comfort for those with a life-limiting illness who have generally stopped curative treatment.
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 care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care. Please contact Emmanuel Hospice Care Inc at (787) 897-7040 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps. Please contact Emmanuel Hospice Care Inc at (787) 897-7040 for guidance on starting care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about services offered, staff availability, coverage area, and CMS quality scores; contact Emmanuel Hospice Care Inc at (787) 897-7040 to ask these directly.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Emmanuel Hospice Care Inc (CCN 401516) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/401516?state=PR to review its 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.