Methodist Fremont Health Hospice
Fremont, NE · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 281511)
CMS process measure: 97.32 (state average 97.56 — at state average)
Serves: 30 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (402) 941-1699 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Methodist Fremont Health Hospice received an overall 3-star rating from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 84% saying they would definitely recommend the hospice. Its CMS composite process score of 97.32 is at the Nebraska state average of 97.56.
Methodist Fremont Health Hospice serves 30 ZIP codes from its Fremont, Nebraska office in Dodge County. Families in this area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether a specific address is included.
Yes, Methodist Fremont Health Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 281511, since January 12, 1994). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies that they need it.
About this hospice
Methodist Fremont Health Hospice is a non-profit hospice based in Fremont, Nebraska, serving families in Dodge County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since January 12, 1994 (CCN 281511).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who completed the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 3 stars. Among those surveyed, 84% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 79% rated the care a 9 or 10 out of 10.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs recommended care processes, Methodist Fremont Health Hospice scored 97.32, compared to the Nebraska state average of 97.56 — placing it at the state average. A related quality indicator, the care index score, is listed as 9. CMS data also show that 56.7% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life.
Methodist Fremont Health Hospice serves a service area covering 30 ZIP codes from its Fremont, Nebraska office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies that care is needed; no cost information is included here.
All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not listed, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often the case for hospices with smaller patient counts and does not indicate poor quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Methodist Fremont Health Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 281511, since January 12, 1994), 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, this hospice received an overall 3-star rating, with 84% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 79% rating the care a 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 97.32, compared to the Nebraska state average of 97.56, placing it at the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 30 ZIP codes from its Fremont, Nebraska office in Dodge County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 30 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Methodist Fremont Health Hospice is a non-profit organization; ownership type can inform families but does not by itself determine quality of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since January 12, 1994.
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 those with a terminal diagnosis who are no longer pursuing curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No — hospice shifts the focus to comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness, but 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; contact the hospice at (402) 941-1699 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin the process, contact the hospice directly at (402) 941-1699 and confirm current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures compared to state averages, service area, and how a hospice supports patients and families — this data is available on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view official CMS data for Methodist Fremont Health Hospice at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/281511?state=NE.
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.