Hia Hospice
Fargo, ND · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 351500)
CMS process measure: 98.28 (state average 98.41 — at state average)
Serves: 319 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (701) 356-1500 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hia Hospice has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 88% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 98.28, about at the North Dakota state average of 98.41.
Hia Hospice serves 319 ZIP codes from its Fargo, North Dakota office in Cass County.
Yes, Hia Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 351500, certified since 1983; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hia Hospice is a non-profit hospice program based in Fargo, North Dakota, in Cass County. It has been Medicare-certified since November 17, 1983, meaning it has provided hospice services under the Medicare hospice benefit for several decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Hia Hospice a 4-star rating. Among respondents, 88% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 83% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences of caregivers who completed the survey and are published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of recommended care processes, Hia Hospice scored 98.28, compared to a North Dakota state average of 98.41 — CMS characterizes this as at the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 66.4% of patients, per the published data.
Hia Hospice's service area, as listed on Care Compare, spans 319 ZIP codes.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data and may reflect a specific reporting period; families are encouraged to check Care Compare directly for the most current figures. Where CMS has not published a particular measure for a hospice, this is often due to small patient counts and should not be read as a reflection of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hia Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 351500), certified since November 17, 1983, and 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?
Hia Hospice received a 4-star CAHPS rating, with 88% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 83% rating 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 score is 98.28, compared to a North Dakota state average of 98.41, which CMS categorizes as at the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Hia Hospice, based in Fargo, ND (Cass County), serves 319 ZIP codes according to Care Compare data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 319 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Hia Hospice is organized as a non-profit. Ownership type can inform families' research, but CMS quality measures should be reviewed directly for the specific hospice.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Hia Hospice has been Medicare-certified since November 17, 1983.
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 who have decided to stop curative treatment and are focused on comfort, typically with a prognosis of six months or less if the illness runs its expected course.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus from curative treatment to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care — patients still receive medical, emotional, and spiritual support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Hia Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (701) 356-1500 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
This information is not included in the CMS data provided; please contact Hia Hospice directly at (701) 356-1500 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures, service area, and how the hospice supports patients and families — the data above can help start that conversation, and you can ask Hia Hospice directly at (701) 356-1500 for more.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hia Hospice (CCN 351500) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/351500?state=ND 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.