Northeast Ohio Hospice, Inc
Garfield Heights, OH · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 361692)
CMS process measure: 99.07 (state average 97.03 — above state average)
Serves: 62 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (216) 472-2684 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Northeast Ohio Hospice, Inc has a 3-star CAHPS rating from family caregivers, with 79% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.07 is above the Ohio state average of 97.03.
Northeast Ohio Hospice, Inc serves 62 ZIP codes from its Garfield Heights, Ohio office in Cuyahoga County.
Yes, Northeast Ohio Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 361692, since 2016); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Northeast Ohio Hospice, Inc is a non-profit hospice based in Garfield Heights, Ohio, serving Cuyahoga County and the surrounding area. According to CMS Care Compare data, it has been Medicare-certified since July 8, 2016 (CCN 361692).
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, this hospice received an overall rating of 3 stars. Among family caregivers surveyed, 79% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 79% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered, Northeast Ohio Hospice, Inc scored 99.07, which is above the Ohio state average of 97.03. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and notes that 67.2% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the published data.
Northeast Ohio Hospice, Inc's service area, as reflected in CMS data, covers 62 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to review the most current data directly on Care Compare, as reporting periods and figures are updated periodically.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Northeast Ohio Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified, with certification dating to July 8, 2016 (CCN 361692). 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 rating of 3 stars, with 79% 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?
Its CMS composite process score is 99.07, which is above the Ohio state average of 97.03.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Northeast Ohio Hospice, Inc serves 62 ZIP codes from its office in Garfield Heights, Cuyahoga County, Ohio.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 62 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Northeast Ohio Hospice, Inc is organized as a non-profit. Ownership type can reflect an organization's structure, but CMS quality data such as CAHPS ratings and process scores are the more direct measures of experience and care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
CMS records show this hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 8, 2016.
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 life-limiting illness who have generally stopped curative treatment. Both emphasize symptom relief and quality of life.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom management, and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice. Please contact Northeast Ohio Hospice, Inc at (216) 472-2684 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
This information is not included in the CMS data provided. Please contact Northeast Ohio Hospice, Inc at (216) 472-2684 to learn how to begin care, and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how a hospice's quality scores compare to state averages, and the areas it serves — all of which are reported here from CMS data; for specifics about services, contact the hospice directly at (216) 472-2684.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view Northeast Ohio Hospice, Inc's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/361692?state=OH.
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.