Moments Hospice Of Appleton
Appleton, WI · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 521606)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 96.57 — above state average)
Serves: 87 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (920) 212-8533 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Moments Hospice Of Appleton has a CAHPS family caregiver star rating of 3 out of 5, with 87% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Wisconsin state average of 96.57.
Moments Hospice Of Appleton serves 87 ZIP codes from its Appleton, Wisconsin office in Outagamie County.
Yes, Moments Hospice Of Appleton is Medicare-certified (CCN 521606, since November 25, 2020); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Moments Hospice Of Appleton is a for-profit hospice based in Appleton, Outagamie County, Wisconsin. It has been Medicare-certified since November 25, 2020, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 521606.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, family caregivers gave Moments Hospice Of Appleton an overall CAHPS star rating of 3 out of 5. Among families surveyed, 87% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 81% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Moments Hospice Of Appleton scored 100.00, which is above the Wisconsin state average of 96.57. CMS also reports that 84.8% of patients received visits in the last days of life, a measure tied to timely hands-on care near the end of life.
The hospice reports serving 87 ZIP codes from its Appleton office, indicating a fairly broad service area across the surrounding region.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published by CMS; families should check the Care Compare website directly for the most current figures. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost details are provided here. This profile does not describe staffing, facilities, or specific services, as CMS data does not include that information — contact the hospice directly for those details.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Moments Hospice Of Appleton is Medicare-certified (CCN 521606) since November 25, 2020, 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 gives this hospice an overall star rating of 3 out of 5, with 87% of families saying they would definitely recommend it and 81% 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 measure score is 100.00, above the Wisconsin state average of 96.57. CMS also reports 84.8% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Moments Hospice Of Appleton reports serving 87 ZIP codes from its Appleton, Outagamie County, Wisconsin office.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 87 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 indicate quality; CMS survey and process measures are more direct indicators of experience and performance.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since November 25, 2020.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care is for patients who have chosen to stop curative treatment and focus on comfort, 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 on care, symptom management, or support for the patient and family.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
CMS data does not specify where this hospice provides care; contact Moments Hospice Of Appleton at (920) 212-8533 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 the hospice at (920) 212-8533 and confirm details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how quickly care begins, what areas are served, and how quality measures compare to state averages — the CMS Care Compare figures above address several of these for this hospice.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Moments Hospice Of Appleton (CCN 521606) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/521606?state=WI to confirm current ratings and measures.
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.