Enhabit Hospice
Carlsbad, NM · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 321545)
CMS process measure: 99.21 (state average 95.93 — above state average)
Serves: 26 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (575) 236-4844 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Enhabit Hospice holds a 4-star CAHPS rating from family caregivers, with 90% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.21 is above the New Mexico state average of 95.93.
Enhabit Hospice serves 26 ZIP codes from its Carlsbad, New Mexico office in Eddy County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Enhabit Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 321545, certified since 2003. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Enhabit Hospice is a for-profit hospice agency based in Carlsbad, New Mexico, serving families in Eddy County. It has been Medicare-certified since January 17, 2003, meaning it has met federal requirements for hospice care for more than two decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Enhabit Hospice a 4-star rating. Of those surveyed, 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 experiences reported by caregivers of patients who received care from this hospice, as published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects the delivery of core clinical processes, Enhabit Hospice scored 99.21, compared to a New Mexico state average of 95.93 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and a rate of 77.1% for visits occurring in the last days of life, as published in Care Compare data.
Enhabit Hospice's service area, as listed with CMS, covers 26 ZIP codes from its Carlsbad office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare, as CMS updates these figures periodically.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Enhabit Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 321545), certified since January 17, 2003. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who are eligible and certified by a doctor.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
CMS's CAHPS survey data shows a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 90% saying they would definitely recommend Enhabit Hospice 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?
Enhabit Hospice's composite process score is 99.21, above the New Mexico state average of 95.93, according to CMS Care Compare data. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and a 77.1% rate for visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Enhabit Hospice serves 26 ZIP codes from its office in Carlsbad, Eddy County, New Mexico, according to CMS data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 26 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Enhabit Hospice is a for-profit agency. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality; CMS quality measures and caregiver survey results offer more direct insight into care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Enhabit Hospice has been Medicare-certified since January 17, 2003, based on CMS records.
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 those with a terminal diagnosis who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than 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 on care or support, and it does not preclude treatment of symptoms.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This information is not included in the CMS data provided. Please contact Enhabit Hospice at (575) 236-4844 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 Enhabit Hospice at (575) 236-4844 to ask how to begin care, and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how the hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, what areas it serves, and how to start care — Enhabit Hospice can be reached at (575) 236-4844 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Enhabit Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/321545?state=NM to confirm current ratings and details.
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.