Encompass Health Hospice
Omak, WA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 501536)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 98.45 — above state average)
Serves: 24 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (509) 422-8621 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Encompass Health Hospice has a family caregiver recommendation rate of 88% and a composite process score of 100.00, which is above the Washington state average of 98.45. CMS has not published a separate CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the available data.
Encompass Health Hospice serves 24 ZIP codes from its Omak, Washington office in Okanogan County.
Yes, Encompass Health Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 501536, since September 19, 2000); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Encompass Health Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Omak, Washington, serving Okanogan County and surrounding communities. It has been Medicare-certified since September 19, 2000, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 501536.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 88% would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85% rated the hospice care experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can occur when patient survey counts are small; this does not indicate poor quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers a bundle of recommended care processes, Encompass Health Hospice scored 100.00, compared to a Washington state average of 98.45 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and notes that 28.2% of patients received visits in the last days of life, a measure tracked by CMS but not further contextualized here.
Encompass Health Hospice's service area, as listed by CMS, covers 24 ZIP codes centered on its Omak office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost information is provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the vintage published by CMS at the time of this listing.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Encompass Health Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 501536) since September 19, 2000, 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, 88% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 85% rated 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 measure score is 100.00, compared to a Washington state average of 98.45, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Encompass Health Hospice serves 24 ZIP codes from its office in Omak, Okanogan County, Washington.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 24 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Encompass Health Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but CMS reports it for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since September 19, 2000.
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 for patients who are generally expected to have six months or less to live.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness, but it does not mean giving up all care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Encompass Health Hospice at (509) 422-8621 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data here doesn't include enrollment steps; please contact Encompass Health Hospice directly at (509) 422-8621 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver support, how care needs are met, and how quality is measured; you can review this hospice's published CMS Care Compare data and also ask Encompass Health Hospice directly at (509) 422-8621.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view this hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/501536?state=WA.
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.