Hospice Of Lenawee
Adrian, MI · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 231537)
CMS process measure: 99.78 (state average 97.27 — above state average)
Serves: 62 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (517) 263-2323 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of Lenawee holds a 5-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 98% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.78 is above the Michigan state average of 97.27.
Hospice Of Lenawee serves 62 ZIP codes from its Adrian, Michigan office in Lenawee County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Hospice Of Lenawee is Medicare-certified (CCN 231537, since 1990); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of Lenawee is a non-profit hospice based in Adrian, Michigan, serving families in Lenawee County. According to CMS Care Compare data, the hospice has been Medicare-certified since September 6, 1990.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, Hospice Of Lenawee received a 5-star rating. Among surveyed family caregivers, 98% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 94% rated their overall experience of care 9 or 10 out of 10 — reflecting strong satisfaction among the families who responded.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes, Hospice Of Lenawee scored 99.78, which is above the Michigan state average of 97.27. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 84.3% of patients received visits in the last days of life, according to the published data.
Hospice Of Lenawee's service area, per CMS data, spans 62 ZIP codes surrounding its Adrian office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond that are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published; families are encouraged to review the source data directly and confirm any details by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of Lenawee is Medicare-certified under CCN 231537, certified since September 6, 1990, 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, Hospice Of Lenawee received a 5-star rating, with 98% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 94% rating their care 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 99.78, which is above the Michigan state average of 97.27, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data lists 62 ZIP codes served from the Adrian, Michigan office in Lenawee County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 62 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Hospice Of Lenawee is organized as a non-profit. Ownership type can reflect organizational structure and mission, though CMS quality measures should be reviewed alongside it for a fuller picture.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Hospice Of Lenawee has been Medicare-certified since September 6, 1990.
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 for patients who have chosen to stop curative treatment and focus on comfort, 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 is a care choice, not giving up on care itself.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided CMS data does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Hospice Of Lenawee at (517) 263-2323 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; contact Hospice Of Lenawee at (517) 263-2323 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, CMS quality measures, service area, and how care needs are addressed — Hospice Of Lenawee's CAHPS and composite scores above may help with some of these, and you can ask the hospice directly at (517) 263-2323 for the rest.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Hospice Of Lenawee's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/231537?state=MI.
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.