Hospice Of Garrett County
Oakland, MD · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 211535)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 98.78 — above state average)
Serves: 17 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (301) 334-5151 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of Garrett County holds a 5-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 93% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its composite process score is 100.00, above the Maryland state average of 98.78.
Hospice Of Garrett County serves 17 ZIP codes from its Oakland, Maryland office in Garrett County. Families can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included.
Yes, Hospice Of Garrett County is Medicare-certified (CCN 211535), certified since October 26, 1995. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of Garrett County, located in Oakland, Maryland, is a Medicare-certified hospice that has served families in Garrett County since October 26, 1995. Its ownership type is classified by CMS as "Other."
According to the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey data on Care Compare, family caregivers gave this hospice a 5-star rating. Ninety-three percent of surveyed caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 89 percent rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family members of patients who received care.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes are delivered, Hospice Of Garrett County scored 100.00, compared to a Maryland state average of 98.78 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and notes that 72.8% of patients received visits during the last days of life, based on published Care Compare data.
Hospice Of Garrett County reports serving 17 ZIP codes from its Oakland, Maryland office in Garrett County.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often the result of small patient counts rather than any indication of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Hospice Of Garrett County is Medicare-certified (CCN 211535), certified since October 26, 1995. 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?
Family caregivers gave this hospice a 5-star rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 93% saying they would definitely recommend it and 89% 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 100.00, compared to a Maryland state average of 98.78, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 17 ZIP codes from its Oakland, Maryland office in Garrett County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 17 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS classifies its ownership type as "Other." Ownership type can reflect organizational structure, but CMS quality measures like the CAHPS star rating are reported for all ownership types.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Hospice Of Garrett County has been Medicare-certified since October 26, 1995.
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 generally for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies a life expectancy 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 an illness; it does not mean giving up care, support, or attention to a patient's needs.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This information is not included in the CMS data provided; please contact Hospice Of Garrett County at (301) 334-5151 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The CMS data does not describe the enrollment process; please contact Hospice Of Garrett County directly at (301) 334-5151 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how care processes compare to state averages, and the range of ZIP codes served — all of which are reported here from CMS Care Compare data; for other specifics, contact the hospice at (301) 334-5151.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review official CMS data for Hospice Of Garrett County at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/211535?state=MD.
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.