Hospice Of New York, Llc
Long Island City, NY · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 331560)
CMS process measure: 99.53 (state average 97.72 — above state average)
Serves: 240 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (718) 472-1999 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of New York has a CAHPS family-caregiver rating of 2 stars, with 71% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.53 is above the New York state average of 97.72.
Hospice Of New York serves 240 ZIP codes from its Long Island City, New York office in Queens County. Families in this broad service area may be eligible for care from this Medicare-certified hospice.
Yes, Hospice Of New York is Medicare-certified, with CCN 331560, certified since September 18, 1997. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of New York, LLC is a for-profit hospice based in Long Island City, New York, serving families in Queens County and beyond. It has been Medicare-certified since September 18, 1997, meaning it has been part of the Medicare hospice program for over two decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider an overall rating of 2 stars. Among survey respondents, 71% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 74% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. 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 consistency of care processes reported to CMS, this hospice scored 99.53, which is above the New York state average of 97.72. CMS also reports a care index score of 7 and notes that 20.5% of patients received visits in the final days of life, according to the data provided.
Hospice Of New York serves a broad area, covering 240 ZIP codes from its Long Island City office. As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no additional cost information is provided here. All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as supplied; families are encouraged to verify current details directly with CMS.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of New York is Medicare-certified (CCN 331560), certified since September 18, 1997, 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 CAHPS survey data shows a 2-star family caregiver rating, with 71% saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 74% 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 99.53, which is above the New York state average of 97.72, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 240 ZIP codes from its Long Island City, New York office in Queens County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 240 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Hospice Of New York is a for-profit organization; ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care, so it's worth reviewing the CMS survey results and quality scores alongside this fact.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since September 18, 1997.
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 rather than cure and is typically for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less as certified by a physician.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment, but it does not mean giving up care — patients continue to receive medical attention and support for symptoms.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact Hospice Of New York at (718) 472-1999 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact Hospice Of New York at (718) 472-1999 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, quality measure scores, service area, and how care is coordinated; you can review this hospice's published CMS figures and confirm additional details by calling (718) 472-1999.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Of New York directly using CCN 331560 at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/331560?state=NY.
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.