Hospice Services Of Reno
Sparks, NV · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 291568)
CMS process measure: 64.75 (state average 93.57 — below state average)
Serves: 32 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (775) 852-0888 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said 73% would definitely recommend Hospice Services Of Reno, and 70% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, the hospice scored 64.75 compared to a Nevada state average of 93.57, placing it below the state average.
Hospice Services Of Reno serves 32 ZIP codes from its Sparks, NV office in Washoe County. Families outside this area should contact the hospice directly to confirm coverage.
Yes, Hospice Services Of Reno is Medicare-certified (CCN 291568, since March 10, 2020). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Services Of Reno, based in Sparks, Nevada, is a for-profit hospice that has been Medicare-certified since March 10, 2020. It serves families in Washoe County and the surrounding area, covering 32 ZIP codes from its Sparks office.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers surveyed through the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 73% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 70% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published an overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Hospice Services Of Reno scored 64.75, compared to a Nevada state average of 93.57 — placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 6 and indicates that 21.4% of patients received visits in the final days of life, based on the published data. Where CMS has not published a specific figure for this hospice, that may reflect small patient counts and does not, by itself, indicate poor quality.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no separate cost information is provided here. All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the reporting period on file with CMS at the time of publication. Families should confirm current details directly with the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Services Of Reno has been Medicare-certified since March 10, 2020 (CCN 291568), 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, 73% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 70% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published an overall star rating for this hospice.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 64.75, compared to a Nevada state average of 93.57 — below the state average according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 32 ZIP codes from its Sparks, Nevada location in Washoe County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 32 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Hospice Services Of Reno is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS quality and survey data are better indicators.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 10, 2020.
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 are focused on comfort, typically with a prognosis of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, symptom management, or emotional support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify care settings; contact Hospice Services Of Reno at (775) 852-0888 to ask about where they provide care.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Contact Hospice Services Of Reno directly at (775) 852-0888 to discuss eligibility and next steps, and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Consider asking about caregiver satisfaction scores, how the hospice performs on CMS quality measures, what areas it serves, and how it supports patients and families day to day — you can start that conversation by calling (775) 852-0888.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Services Of Reno (CCN 291568) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/291568?state=NV to review its current CMS-reported 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.