Horisun Hospice
Lincoln, NE · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 281536)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.56 — above state average)
Serves: 42 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (402) 484-6444 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Horisun Hospice received 4 stars from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 91% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process-of-care score is 100.00, above the Nebraska state average of 97.56.
Horisun Hospice serves 42 ZIP codes from its office in Lincoln, Nebraska, in Lancaster County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Horisun Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 281536, certified since July 22, 2004. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Horisun Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Lincoln, Nebraska (Lancaster County), Medicare-certified since July 22, 2004 (CCN 281536). It has been serving patients under the Medicare hospice benefit for many years, and current CMS Care Compare data show it draws patients from 42 ZIP codes in the surrounding area.
In the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey of family caregivers, Horisun Hospice received an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 91% said they would definitely recommend the hospice, and 89% rated the hospice 9 or 10 out of 10. On the CMS composite process-of-care measure, Horisun Hospice scored 100.00, which is above the Nebraska state average of 97.56. CMS also publishes a care index score of 9 for this hospice, and reports that 72.6% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the most recent Care Compare data vintage available.
All figures above come directly from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent publication CMS has made available; individual measures may be updated by CMS periodically. Where a measure is not listed here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often the case for hospices with smaller patient counts and does not indicate poor quality.
Hospice care for eligible Medicare beneficiaries is covered under the Medicare hospice benefit when a physician certifies eligibility. Families are encouraged to contact Horisun Hospice directly and to review its full profile on Medicare Care Compare for further details.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Horisun Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 281536) since July 22, 2004, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, Horisun Hospice earned an overall rating of 4 stars, with 91% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 89% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process-of-care score is 100.00, which is above the Nebraska state average of 97.56.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Horisun Hospice serves 42 ZIP codes from its office in Lincoln, Nebraska, in Lancaster 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?
Horisun Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not determine quality, and CMS quality measures should be reviewed alongside it.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since July 22, 2004.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care is for patients who have chosen to stop curative treatment and focus on comfort, typically when a doctor certifies a prognosis of six months or less if the illness runs its usual course.
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 on medical attention, symptom management, or emotional support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify care settings for Horisun Hospice; please contact the hospice at (402) 484-6444 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Contact Horisun Hospice directly at (402) 484-6444 to discuss eligibility and next steps, and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver survey results, quality measure scores compared to the state average, service area, and how care is coordinated — details that can be confirmed directly with Horisun Hospice at (402) 484-6444 or on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Horisun Hospice (CCN 281536) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/281536?state=NE 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.