Hospice Of St Mary'S
Callaway, MD · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 211539)
CMS process measure: 84.07 (state average 98.78 — below state average)
Serves: 29 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (301) 994-3023 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Hospice Of St Mary'S a 5-star rating in the CMS survey, with 91% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, this hospice scored 84.07, below the Maryland state average of 98.78.
Hospice Of St Mary'S serves 29 ZIP codes from its office in Callaway, Maryland, in St. Mary's County.
Yes, Hospice Of St Mary'S is Medicare-certified (CCN 211539), certified since 1998. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of St Mary'S, located in Callaway, Maryland (St. Mary's County), is a Medicare-certified hospice that has been certified since November 19, 1998. Its ownership type is listed by CMS as "Other."
According to CMS Care Compare survey data (CAHPS), family caregivers gave this hospice a 5-star rating overall. Among those surveyed, 91% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 89% rated their experience with the hospice a 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the direct experiences of family caregivers who responded to the CMS survey.
On CMS's composite process measure, which looks at the consistency of core care processes, this hospice scored 84.07, compared to a Maryland state average of 98.78 — meaning this hospice scored below the state average on this particular measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 10, and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 74.4% of patients, based on the data provided.
This hospice's service area, as recorded by CMS, spans 29 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details beyond that are provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and are subject to CMS's own reporting vintage and updates. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of St Mary'S is Medicare-certified (CCN 211539), certified since November 19, 1998, 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?
Family caregivers rated this hospice 5 stars overall, with 91% saying they would definitely recommend it and 89% rating their experience a 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
On the CMS composite process measure, this hospice scored 84.07, which is below the Maryland state average of 98.78.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice serves 29 ZIP codes from its office in Callaway, Maryland, in St. Mary's County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 29 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists this hospice's ownership type as "Other." Ownership type can relate to organizational structure, but CMS quality data should be reviewed regardless of ownership category.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since November 19, 1998.
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 generally for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor estimates a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness; it does not mean giving up on care, and patients can still receive treatment for symptoms and other conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice provides care. Please contact the hospice at (301) 994-3023 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps. Please contact the hospice at (301) 994-3023 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey ratings, quality measure scores compared to state averages, and the ZIP codes served — all of which are covered in this profile using CMS data; for other specifics, contact the hospice at (301) 994-3023.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Of St Mary'S directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/211539?state=MD 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.