Hospicio Las Brisas
Vega Alta, PR · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 401565)
CMS process measure: 96.21 (state average 93.83 — above state average)
Serves: 88 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (787) 270-4838 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said 72% would definitely recommend Hospicio Las Brisas, and 68% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. Its CMS composite process score of 96.21 is above the Puerto Rico state average of 93.83.
Hospicio Las Brisas serves 88 ZIP codes from its office in Vega Alta, Puerto Rico, in Vega Alta county.
Yes, Hospicio Las Brisas is Medicare-certified (CCN 401565), certified since 2003. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies that eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospicio Las Brisas is a for-profit hospice based in Vega Alta, Puerto Rico, serving Vega Alta county and surrounding communities. It has been Medicare-certified since September 23, 2003 (CCN 401565).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 72% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 68% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can occur when survey samples are small; this should not be read as a sign of poor quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered, Hospicio Las Brisas scored 96.21, compared to a Puerto Rico state average of 93.83 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 68.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life, per the most recent published data.
Hospicio Las Brisas reports serving 88 ZIP codes from its Vega Alta office, indicating a fairly broad service area.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published by CMS; families should verify current details directly with CMS or the hospice. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospicio Las Brisas is Medicare-certified (CCN 401565), certified since September 23, 2003, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who are eligible and certified by a doctor.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey, 72% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 68% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific star rating for this hospice in the data available.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 96.21, compared to a Puerto Rico state average of 93.83, placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and that 68.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Hospicio Las Brisas reports serving 88 ZIP codes from its office in Vega Alta, Vega Alta county, Puerto Rico.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 88 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS quality and survey measures are the more direct indicators.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since September 23, 2003.
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 for patients who have stopped curative treatment and are generally expected to have a limited life expectancy.
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 abandoning medical care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Hospicio Las Brisas at (787) 270-4838 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 Hospicio Las Brisas at (787) 270-4838 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey results, quality scores compared to state averages, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact Hospicio Las Brisas at (787) 270-4838 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view CMS's published data for Hospicio Las Brisas at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/401565?state=PR.
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.