Hospice Of Hope Inc
Maysville, KY · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 181519)
CMS process measure: 91.24 (state average 96.21 — below state average)
Serves: 45 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (606) 759-4050 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of Hope Inc received a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 89% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 91.24, which is below the Kentucky state average of 96.21.
Hospice Of Hope Inc serves 45 ZIP codes from its Maysville, Kentucky office in Mason County. Families outside this area should contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their location is covered.
Yes, Hospice Of Hope Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 181519, since 1990); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility. No further cost details are included here.
About this hospice
Hospice Of Hope Inc is a non-profit hospice based in Maysville, Kentucky, serving families in Mason County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since March 2, 1990, meaning it has provided hospice services under Medicare oversight for over three decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Hospice Of Hope a 4-star rating. Of those surveyed, 89% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 88% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core care processes were delivered, Hospice Of Hope scored 91.24, compared to a Kentucky state average of 96.21 — placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 59.2% of patients, based on the data CMS has published.
Hospice Of Hope Inc's service area, as reflected in CMS data, covers 45 ZIP codes radiating from its Maysville office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no additional cost details are provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and may be updated periodically by CMS. Families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Care Compare and to contact the hospice with any specific questions about care.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Hospice Of Hope Inc is Medicare-certified under CCN 181519, certified since March 2, 1990. 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 CAHPS survey data shows a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 89% of respondents saying they would definitely recommend Hospice Of Hope Inc and 88% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Hospice Of Hope Inc scored 91.24 on CMS's composite process measure, which is below the Kentucky state average of 96.21.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, it serves 45 ZIP codes from its Maysville, Kentucky office in Mason County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 45 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Hospice Of Hope Inc is a non-profit organization. Ownership type can relate to organizational structure, but CMS quality and survey data are the more direct measures of care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 2, 1990, over three decades of certification history.
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 stopped seeking a cure, typically when a doctor estimates 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 or support — it is a different kind of care.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided; please contact Hospice Of Hope Inc at (606) 759-4050 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 Hope Inc at (606) 759-4050 to learn how to begin care, and verify certification on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how a hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, and its service area — all of which are covered in this profile using CMS Care Compare data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Of Hope Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/181519?state=KY using CCN 181519.
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.