Journeycare - Barrington
Barrington, IL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 141525)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 96.22 — above state average)
Serves: 194 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (847) 381-5599 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Journeycare - Barrington received a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 88% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its composite process score of 100.00 is above the Illinois state average of 96.22.
Journeycare - Barrington serves 194 ZIP codes from its Barrington, Illinois office in Cook County.
Yes, Journeycare - Barrington is Medicare-certified (CCN 141525, since 1989); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Journeycare - Barrington is a non-profit hospice located in Barrington, Cook County, Illinois. It has been Medicare-certified since March 1, 1989 (CCN 141525), meaning it has met federal standards for hospice care for over three decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Journeycare - Barrington an overall rating of 4 stars. Among survey respondents, 88% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 85% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers a bundle of recommended care processes, Journeycare - Barrington scored 100.00, compared to the Illinois state average of 96.22 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 52.8% of patients received visits from staff in the final days of life, and a care index score of 10 is on record.
Journeycare - Barrington's service area, as listed with CMS, covers 194 ZIP codes from its Barrington office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; this listing does not include cost information beyond that fact.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent published survey and measure vintage available. Where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient counts rather than any indication of care quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Journeycare - Barrington is Medicare-certified (CCN 141525) since March 1, 1989, 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's CAHPS survey data shows a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 88% saying they would definitely recommend the hospice and 85% rating their 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 100.00, compared to the Illinois state average of 96.22, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Journeycare - Barrington serves 194 ZIP codes from its office in Barrington, Cook County, Illinois.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 194 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a non-profit hospice; ownership type can reflect organizational structure and mission, but CMS quality measures and CAHPS survey results are the most direct indicators of care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 1, 1989.
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 and quality of life when curative treatment is no longer being pursued, typically for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No — hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than treatments aimed at curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact Journeycare - Barrington at (847) 381-5599 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 Journeycare - Barrington at (847) 381-5599 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey ratings, how a hospice's quality scores compare to state averages, and the geographic area served — all of which are reported on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Journeycare - Barrington's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/141525?state=IL.
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.