Holy Cross Hospice
Mesa, AZ · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 031671)
CMS process measure: 86 (state average 94.29 — below state average)
Serves: 42 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (480) 718-5678 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported that 96% would definitely recommend Holy Cross Hospice, and 91% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. Its CMS composite process score of 86.00 is below the Arizona state average of 94.29.
Holy Cross Hospice serves 42 ZIP codes from its Mesa, Arizona office in Maricopa County.
Yes, Holy Cross Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 031671, certified since 2017; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Holy Cross Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Mesa, Arizona, serving families in Maricopa County. It has been Medicare-certified since June 16, 2017 (CCN 031671).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 96% would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 91% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently the hospice completed a set of recommended care processes — Holy Cross Hospice scored 86.00, which falls below the Arizona state average of 94.29. Families may wish to ask the hospice directly about this measure and how it relates to their care planning practices. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice.
Holy Cross Hospice serves 42 ZIP codes from its Mesa, Arizona office, giving families across a broad area of Maricopa County the option to receive services from this provider.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no additional cost information is provided here. All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent published survey and quality-measure vintage available for this hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Holy Cross Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 031671, since June 16, 2017), 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, 96% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Holy Cross Hospice, and 91% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Holy Cross Hospice's composite process score is 86.00, which is below the Arizona state average of 94.29.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Holy Cross Hospice serves 42 ZIP codes from its Mesa, Arizona office in Maricopa County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 42 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Holy Cross Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, so it's worth reviewing the CMS survey and quality data alongside it.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Holy Cross Hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 16, 2017.
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 life-limiting illness who have generally chosen to stop curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it is not about giving up, but about choosing a different kind of care and support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided doesn't specify where this hospice delivers care; please contact Holy Cross Hospice at (480) 718-5678 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care with Holy Cross Hospice, contact them directly at (480) 718-5678 and verify their current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about the CMS survey results and quality scores discussed here, as well as how the hospice supports patients and families day to day — contact Holy Cross Hospice at (480) 718-5678 for details specific to your needs.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Holy Cross Hospice's official CMS listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/031671?state=AZ.
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.