Moments Hospice
Hermantown, MN · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 241609)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.62 — above state average)
Serves: 60 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (218) 520-0870 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Moments Hospice an overall rating of 3 stars, with 90% saying they would definitely recommend it. On the CMS composite process measure, it scored 100.00, above the Minnesota state average of 97.62.
Moments Hospice serves 60 ZIP codes from its Hermantown, Minnesota office in St. Louis County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Moments Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 241609, certified since April 23, 2020. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Moments Hospice is a for-profit hospice agency based in Hermantown, Minnesota, serving families in St. Louis County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since April 23, 2020 (CCN 241609).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Moments Hospice an overall rating of 3 stars. Ninety percent of surveyed caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 84% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by families of patients cared for by this hospice, as published by CMS.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes a bundle of recommended care processes, Moments Hospice scored 100.00, compared to the Minnesota state average of 97.62 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that visits occurred in the last days of life for 77.3% of patients, and a care index score of 9.
Moments Hospice's service area, as listed with CMS, covers 60 ZIP codes from its Hermantown office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient counts and does not indicate poor quality. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Moments Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 241609) since April 23, 2020. 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 gave Moments Hospice an overall rating of 3 stars, with 90% saying they would definitely recommend it and 84% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Moments Hospice scored 100.00 on the CMS composite process measure, above the Minnesota state average of 97.62. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and that 77.3% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Moments Hospice serves 60 ZIP codes from its Hermantown, Minnesota location in St. Louis County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 60 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Moments Hospice is a for-profit agency. Ownership type does not directly determine quality; CMS quality measures like CAHPS results and process scores are the more direct indicators.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Moments Hospice has been Medicare-certified since April 23, 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 decided to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies a life expectancy of six months or less.
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 all care, and patients can still receive medications and support for symptoms.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where Moments Hospice provides care; please contact the hospice at (218) 520-0870 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care with Moments Hospice, contact the hospice directly at (218) 520-0870 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver survey ratings, how the hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, its service area, and how to begin care — all of which can be discussed by contacting Moments Hospice at (218) 520-0870.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Moments Hospice's certification and quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/241609?state=MN.
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.