Ethos Hospice
Fargo, ND · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 351517)
CMS process measure: 98.89 (state average 98.41 — at state average)
Serves: 46 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (701) 356-3803 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Ethos Hospice has a 3-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 85% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.89 is at the North Dakota state average of 98.41.
Ethos Hospice serves 46 ZIP codes from its Fargo, North Dakota office in Cass County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Ethos Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 351517, certified since April 24, 2018. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Ethos Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Fargo, North Dakota, serving families in Cass County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since April 24, 2018 (CCN 351517).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Ethos Hospice an overall rating of 3 stars. Among those surveyed, 85% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 83% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Ethos Hospice scored 98.89, which CMS classifies as at the North Dakota state average of 98.41. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and its data shows that 73.3% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, based on the most recent published figures.
Ethos Hospice's service area, as listed on Care Compare, covers 46 ZIP codes reaching out from its Fargo office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost or fee details are provided here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as most recently published; families are encouraged to review the source directly for the latest updates.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Ethos Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 351517), certified since April 24, 2018. 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, Ethos Hospice received an overall rating of 3 stars, with 85% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 83% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Ethos Hospice's composite process score is 98.89, which CMS lists as at the North Dakota state average of 98.41.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Ethos Hospice serves 46 ZIP codes from its Fargo, North Dakota office in Cass County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 46 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Ethos Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type doesn't directly determine quality, but CMS publishes it as part of the public record.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Ethos Hospice has been Medicare-certified since April 24, 2018.
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 for those with a life expectancy of six months or less and typically involves stepping away from 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 illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Ethos Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (701) 356-3803 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin hospice care with Ethos Hospice, contact them directly at (701) 356-3803 and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how the hospice performs on CMS quality measures, and its service area; you can review these details for Ethos Hospice on Medicare Care Compare or by calling (701) 356-3803.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Ethos Hospice's certification and quality data directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/351517?state=ND.
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.