New England Hospice Ii, Llc
Hingham, MA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 221563)
CMS process measure: 97.67 (state average 95.51 — above state average)
Serves: 132 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (781) 749-2900 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave New England Hospice II in Hingham, Massachusetts a 3-star CAHPS rating, with 84% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 97.67 is above the Massachusetts state average of 95.51.
New England Hospice II serves 132 ZIP codes from its office in Hingham, Massachusetts, located in Plymouth County. Families in surrounding communities within this service area may be eligible for care from this hospice.
Yes, New England Hospice II is Medicare-certified, with CCN 221563, certified since April 26, 2005. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
New England Hospice II, LLC is a for-profit hospice based in Hingham, Massachusetts, serving families in Plymouth County and beyond. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since April 26, 2005, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 221563.
According to CMS Care Compare CAHPS survey data, family caregivers gave this hospice an overall rating of 3 stars. Among surveyed caregivers, 84% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 79% rated their experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of important care processes — New England Hospice II scored 97.67, compared to the Massachusetts state average of 95.51. This places the hospice above the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 75.5% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on published CMS data.
The hospice's service area, as listed by CMS, spans 132 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad reach from its Hingham office.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published by CMS; families should confirm current figures directly on Care Compare, as data is updated periodically. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. No facilities, staffing details, or services beyond what CMS reports are described here, and families are encouraged to contact the hospice directly for additional information.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, New England Hospice II, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 221563), certified since April 26, 2005. 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 CAHPS survey data shows this hospice received an overall 3-star rating, with 84% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 79% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
This hospice's composite process score is 97.67, compared to the Massachusetts state average of 95.51, placing it above the state average on this measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, this hospice serves 132 ZIP codes from its office in Hingham, Massachusetts, in Plymouth County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 132 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
New England Hospice II, LLC is listed by CMS as a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not determine whether Medicare covers care, but families may wish to consider it when comparing providers.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since April 26, 2005.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment to manage symptoms, while hospice care focuses on comfort for those with a terminal diagnosis who have chosen to stop curative treatment, typically when a doctor estimates a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care from curing an illness to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management for the patient and family.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
CMS data does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact New England Hospice II at (781) 749-2900 or check Medicare Care Compare for details.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin hospice care, contact New England Hospice II directly at (781) 749-2900 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures, service area, and how care is coordinated; contacting the hospice at (781) 749-2900 can help answer specific questions not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up New England Hospice II, LLC (CCN 221563) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/221563?state=MA to confirm current CMS data.
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.