Hospice Of Lake Cumberland
Somerset, KY · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 181510)
CMS process measure: 95.24 (state average 96.21 — at state average)
Serves: 66 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (606) 679-4389 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of Lake Cumberland received a 5-star CAHPS rating from family caregivers, with 93% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 95.24 is at about the Kentucky state average of 96.21.
Hospice Of Lake Cumberland serves 66 ZIP codes from its office in Somerset, Kentucky, in Pulaski County.
Yes, Hospice Of Lake Cumberland is Medicare-certified (CCN 181510), certified since 1988; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of Lake Cumberland is a non-profit hospice based in Somerset, Kentucky, serving families in Pulaski County and the surrounding region. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since February 3, 1988, meaning it has provided care under Medicare oversight for over three decades.
According to CMS Care Compare CAHPS survey data, family caregivers gave this hospice a 5-star rating. Ninety-three percent of surveyed caregivers said they would definitely recommend the hospice, and 90 percent rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences of family caregivers who responded to the CMS survey, as published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently the hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Hospice Of Lake Cumberland scored 95.24, compared to a Kentucky state average of 96.21 — placing it at about the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 57.2% of patients received visits in the last days of life, per its published data.
The hospice's service area includes 66 ZIP codes, indicating a broad reach from its Somerset office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient counts rather than any indication of quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of Lake Cumberland is Medicare-certified (CCN 181510), certified since February 3, 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's CAHPS survey data shows a 5-star family caregiver rating, with 93% saying they would definitely recommend the hospice and 90% 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 95.24, compared to a Kentucky state average of 96.21, placing it at about the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 66 ZIP codes from its Somerset, Kentucky office in Pulaski County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 66 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 is one factor CMS reports, but quality can vary within any ownership category, so it's best considered alongside CAHPS and process scores.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since February 3, 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 those with a life expectancy of six months or less who have chosen to stop curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting focus to comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment; it does not mean giving up care, support, or attention.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided data does not specify care settings; please contact the hospice at (606) 679-4389 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data does not include enrollment steps; please contact the hospice directly at (606) 679-4389 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how care processes compare to state averages, and what areas are served — all of which can be reviewed on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Of Lake Cumberland (CCN 181510) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/181510?state=KY.
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.