Hospice Of Iredell County, Inc
Statesville, NC · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 341517)
CMS process measure: 97.39 (state average 97.95 — at state average)
Serves: 50 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (704) 873-4719 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of Iredell County, Inc has a 5-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 94% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 97.39 is about at the North Carolina state average of 97.95.
Hospice Of Iredell County, Inc serves 50 ZIP codes from its Statesville, NC office in Iredell County. Families can confirm whether their address is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Hospice Of Iredell County, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 341517), certified since 1987. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of Iredell County, Inc is a non-profit hospice based in Statesville, North Carolina, serving Iredell County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since October 7, 1987 (CCN 341517).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice a 5-star overall rating. Ninety-four percent of respondents said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 91 percent rated their experience 9 or 10 on a 0-10 scale. These figures reflect the experiences of caregivers who completed the survey and are published by CMS.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects the proportion of recommended care processes delivered, this hospice scored 97.39, which CMS classifies as at the state average compared to North Carolina's average of 97.95. CMS has also published a care index score of 10 and reported that 64.3% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the same data vintage.
This hospice reports serving 50 ZIP codes from its Statesville office. Families should confirm whether their specific address falls within this service area by contacting the hospice directly.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and are subject to CMS's most recent publication schedule.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of Iredell County, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 341517) since October 7, 1987, 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 5-star CAHPS rating, with 94% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 91% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 97.39, which CMS classifies as at the state average, compared to North Carolina's average of 97.95.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It reports serving 50 ZIP codes from its Statesville, NC office in Iredell County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 50 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 does not directly indicate quality, but it may affect how the organization is structured and funded.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since October 7, 1987.
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 those with a life-limiting illness who have chosen to stop curative treatment.
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 all care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact the hospice at (704) 873-4719 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin care, contact the hospice directly at (704) 873-4719 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about services offered, coverage area, caregiver experiences, and quality scores; contact the hospice at (704) 873-4719 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Of Iredell County, Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/341517?state=NC to confirm current CMS data.
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.