Franciscan Hospice
University Place, WA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 501526)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 98.45 — above state average)
Serves: 116 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (253) 534-7000 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Franciscan Hospice received 3 stars from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 86% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its composite process score of 100.00 is above the Washington state average of 98.45.
Franciscan Hospice serves 116 ZIP codes from its office in University Place, Washington, in Pierce County.
Yes, Franciscan Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 501526, since 1993); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Franciscan Hospice, located in University Place, Washington (Pierce County), is a for-profit hospice that has been Medicare-certified since April 6, 1993. This profile is built entirely from CMS Care Compare data.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, Franciscan Hospice received an overall rating of 3 stars. Among caregivers surveyed, 86% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 81% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently the hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Franciscan Hospice scored 100.00, which is above the Washington state average of 98.45. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 53.1% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life, according to the published data.
Franciscan Hospice's service area, as reported to CMS, spans 116 ZIP codes, indicating a broad reach from its University Place office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no additional cost information is provided here. If any measure is not mentioned above, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often the result of small patient sample sizes rather than any indication of quality. Families are encouraged to verify all figures directly on Medicare Care Compare, as CMS updates this data periodically.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Franciscan Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 501526) since April 6, 1993, 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?
Family caregivers gave Franciscan Hospice an overall CAHPS rating of 3 stars, with 86% 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?
Franciscan Hospice's composite process score is 100.00, which is above the Washington state average of 98.45.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Franciscan Hospice serves 116 ZIP codes from its University Place, Washington office in Pierce County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 116 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Franciscan Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but CMS publishes it as part of the provider record.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Franciscan Hospice has been Medicare-certified since April 6, 1993.
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 people with a terminal diagnosis who have chosen to stop 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 care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact Franciscan Hospice at (253) 534-7000 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care, contact Franciscan Hospice directly at (253) 534-7000 and confirm current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures, service area, and how care is coordinated; you can review these for Franciscan Hospice on Medicare Care Compare or by calling (253) 534-7000.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Franciscan Hospice's certification, survey results, and quality measures at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/501526?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.