Hospice Of Central Ohio
Newark, OH · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 361525)
CMS process measure: 98.55 (state average 97.03 — above state average)
Serves: 157 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (740) 788-1400 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of Central Ohio has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 88% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.55 is above the Ohio state average of 97.03.
Hospice Of Central Ohio serves 157 ZIP codes from its Newark, Ohio office in Licking County.
Yes, Hospice Of Central Ohio is Medicare-certified (CCN 361525, since January 22, 1988); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of Central Ohio is a non-profit hospice based in Newark, Ohio, serving families in Licking County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since January 22, 1988, and operates under CCN 361525.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 88% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by the families who completed the survey and are published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers a bundle of recommended care processes, Hospice Of Central Ohio scored 98.55, which is above the Ohio state average of 97.03. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 70.9% of patients received visits from staff in the final days of life, per the data provided.
Hospice Of Central Ohio's certified service area covers 157 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad reach from its Newark office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as provided; where a measure is not listed here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which often happens simply because of small patient counts rather than any indication of quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of Central Ohio is Medicare-certified (CCN 361525) since January 22, 1988, 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?
CMS reports a 4-star CAHPS rating for this hospice, with 88% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 85% rating their 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 98.55, above the Ohio state average of 97.03, and CMS lists a care index score of 10.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Hospice Of Central Ohio serves 157 ZIP codes from its office in Newark, Licking County, Ohio.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 157 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a non-profit hospice; ownership type can inform families about organizational structure but CMS quality measures apply regardless of ownership type.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since January 22, 1988.
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 focuses on comfort for patients who have chosen to stop curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies a prognosis of six months or less.
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, but it does not mean giving up medical care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact Hospice Of Central Ohio at (740) 788-1400 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; please contact Hospice Of Central Ohio at (740) 788-1400 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction, staff visit frequency, and quality scores like those reported here; you can also ask Hospice Of Central Ohio directly at (740) 788-1400 about their specific care approach.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view CMS's official data for Hospice Of Central Ohio at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/361525?state=OH.
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.