Faith Health Hospice
Norfolk, NE · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 281509)
CMS process measure: 95.21 (state average 97.56 — below state average)
Serves: 36 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (402) 644-7453 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Faith Health Hospice has earned a 4-star rating from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 85% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process-of-care score of 95.21 is below the Nebraska state average of 97.56.
Faith Health Hospice serves 36 ZIP codes from its office in Norfolk, Nebraska, located in Madison County.
Yes, Faith Health Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 281509, since 1992); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Faith Health Hospice is a non-profit hospice based in Norfolk, Nebraska (Madison County), Medicare-certified since October 30, 1992. It has served families in the region for decades under the Medicare hospice benefit, which covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies a limited life expectancy.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Faith Health Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 85% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 81% rated their experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, Faith Health Hospice scored 95.21, which is below the Nebraska state average of 97.56. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and a rate of 87.6% for visits occurring in the last days of life, as published in Care Compare data.
Faith Health Hospice's certified service area covers 36 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad reach from its Norfolk office across the surrounding communities.
All figures above come directly from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient counts rather than any indication of quality. This profile does not include cost information beyond noting that the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Faith Health Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 281509) and has been since October 30, 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?
In the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey, family caregivers gave Faith Health Hospice a 4-star rating, with 85% saying they would definitely recommend it and 81% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Faith Health Hospice's composite process-of-care score is 95.21, which falls below the Nebraska state average of 97.56, according to CMS data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Faith Health Hospice serves 36 ZIP codes from its office in Norfolk, Nebraska, in Madison County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 36 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Faith Health Hospice is a non-profit organization. Ownership type can inform families about organizational structure, but CMS quality data should be reviewed alongside it to understand actual care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Faith Health Hospice has been Medicare-certified since October 30, 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 focuses on comfort and quality of life for patients who have stopped pursuing curative treatment and typically have a limited life expectancy.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean abandoning medical attention or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Faith Health Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (402) 644-7453 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin hospice care, contact Faith Health Hospice directly at (402) 644-7453 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may wish to ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality measure scores compared to the state average, and the geographic area served — information that can be found on Medicare Care Compare and confirmed by calling the hospice at (402) 644-7453.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Faith Health Hospice's certification and quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/281509?state=NE.
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.