Hillcrest Hospice
Bellevue, NE · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 281545)
CMS process measure: 99.56 (state average 97.56 — above state average)
Serves: 71 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (402) 934-2282 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hillcrest Hospice received an overall 3-star rating from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 82% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process-of-care score of 99.56 is above the Nebraska state average of 97.56.
Hillcrest Hospice serves 71 ZIP codes from its office in Bellevue, Nebraska, in Sarpy County. Families in that broader area may be eligible for care from this Medicare-certified hospice.
Yes, Hillcrest Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 281545), certified since January 14, 2011. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies that care is needed.
About this hospice
Hillcrest Hospice is a for-profit, Medicare-certified hospice based in Bellevue, Nebraska, serving families in Sarpy County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since January 14, 2011, meaning it has been enrolled in the Medicare hospice program for well over a decade.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Hillcrest Hospice an overall rating of 3 stars. Among respondents, 82% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 82% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Hillcrest Hospice scored 99.56, which is above the Nebraska state average of 97.56. CMS also reported a care index score of 10 and noted that 66.7% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life, based on the published data.
Hillcrest Hospice's service area covers 71 ZIP codes, reflecting a fairly broad reach from its Bellevue office. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published; where a measure is not listed here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which often reflects a small number of surveyed patients rather than any indication of quality.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Hillcrest Hospice?
Yes, Hillcrest Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 281545), certified since January 14, 2011, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about Hillcrest Hospice in the CMS survey?
CMS's CAHPS survey gave Hillcrest Hospice an overall 3-star rating, with 82% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 82% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does Hillcrest Hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process-of-care score is 99.56, which is above the Nebraska state average of 97.56, and CMS reported 66.7% of patients received visits in their last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does Hillcrest Hospice serve?
Hillcrest Hospice serves 71 ZIP codes from its office in Bellevue, Nebraska, in Sarpy County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 71 this hospice reports serving.
Is Hillcrest Hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Hillcrest Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, so it's worth reviewing its CAHPS survey results and quality measures alongside this fact.
How long has Hillcrest Hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since January 14, 2011.
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 patients 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 all care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Hillcrest Hospice delivers care; contact the hospice at (402) 934-2282 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with Hillcrest Hospice?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; contact Hillcrest Hospice directly at (402) 934-2282 to ask how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures compared to the state average, service area, and how care needs are met; you can also verify these details for Hillcrest Hospice on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hillcrest Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/281545?state=NE using CCN 281545.
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.