Hospice Of Ohio County
Hartford, KY · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 181518)
CMS process measure: 99.07 (state average 96.21 — above state average)
Serves: 25 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (270) 298-9507 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of Ohio County has a CMS CAHPS survey showing 94% of family caregivers would definitely recommend it, and its composite process measure of 99.07 is above the Kentucky state average of 96.21. These figures come from CMS Care Compare data.
Hospice Of Ohio County serves 25 ZIP codes from its Hartford, KY office in Ohio County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Hospice Of Ohio County is Medicare-certified (CCN 181518, since 1989); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of Ohio County, based in Hartford, Kentucky (Ohio County), is a non-profit hospice that has been Medicare-certified since November 27, 1989. This means the hospice has served families in the region for decades under federal certification standards.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported strong experiences: 94% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 94% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a distinct overall CAHPS star rating figure in this data set, though the recommendation and rating percentages give a clear picture of family sentiment.
On CMS's composite process measure, Hospice Of Ohio County scored 99.07, which is above the Kentucky state average of 96.21. This composite reflects how consistently the hospice performed a bundle of recommended care processes. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 54.4% of patients received visits from a nurse or medical social worker in the final days of life, per the visits-near-death measure.
The hospice's service area, as recorded by CMS, spans 25 ZIP codes from its Hartford office.
As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on that site.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Hospice Of Ohio County is Medicare-certified (CCN 181518) since November 27, 1989. 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, 94% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 94% rated their overall 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 99.07, which is above the Kentucky state average of 96.21, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS Care Compare data lists 25 ZIP codes served from its Hartford, Kentucky office in Ohio County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 25 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Hospice Of Ohio County is a non-profit organization. Ownership type is one factor among many; CMS quality measures and family survey results offer more direct insight into care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since November 27, 1989.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness to ease symptoms, while hospice care is generally for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No — hospice shifts the focus to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness, but patients can still receive treatment for other conditions and can leave hospice care if their situation changes.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Hospice Of Ohio County at (270) 298-9507 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe intake steps; please contact Hospice Of Ohio County directly at (270) 298-9507 to ask how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey results, quality measure scores compared to state averages, service area, and how the hospice supports patients and families — all of which can be discussed by calling (270) 298-9507 or reviewing Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Of Ohio County directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/181518?state=KY to confirm current ratings and details.
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.