Oncare Hospice, Llc
Omaha, NE · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 281551)
CMS process measure: 92 (state average 97.56 — below state average)
Serves: 36 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (402) 403-4330 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Oncare Hospice has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 86% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 92.00, compared to Nebraska's state average of 97.56, placing it below the state average on that measure.
Oncare Hospice serves 36 ZIP codes from its Omaha, Nebraska office in Douglas County.
Yes, Oncare Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 281551, since March 2022); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Oncare Hospice, LLC is a for-profit hospice based in Omaha, Nebraska, serving families in Douglas County and surrounding communities. It has been Medicare-certified since March 8, 2022 (CCN 281551).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Oncare Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among respondents, 86% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 90% rated their experience 9 or 10 on a 0-10 scale.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes a bundle of recommended care processes, Oncare Hospice scored 92.00, compared to the Nebraska state average of 97.56. This places the hospice below the state average on this particular measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 87.8% of patients received visits during the last days of life, based on the data CMS has published.
Oncare Hospice's service area currently covers 36 ZIP codes, reflecting a moderately broad reach from its Omaha office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies a terminal prognosis; no cost details beyond this general fact are available here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published for this hospice; where a measure is not listed, CMS has not published it, which is often due to small patient counts rather than any reflection of care quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Oncare Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 281551, since March 8, 2022), 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 Care Compare data shows a 4-star CAHPS rating, with 86% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend Oncare Hospice and 90% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Oncare Hospice's composite process-of-care score is 92.00, compared to Nebraska's state average of 97.56, placing it below the state average on this measure; CMS also lists a care index score of 9.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Oncare Hospice serves 36 ZIP codes from its office in Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 36 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Oncare Hospice is organized as a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care, but CMS publishes it for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Oncare Hospice has been Medicare-certified since March 8, 2022.
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 specifically for patients who have chosen 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, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curative treatment; it does not mean care stops, and patients can still receive medical attention aimed at easing pain and other symptoms.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not detailed in the CMS data provided; please contact Oncare Hospice at (402) 403-4330 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe intake steps; please contact Oncare Hospice at (402) 403-4330 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, how the hospice performs on CMS quality measures, the size of its service area, and how it supports patients and families day to day; contact Oncare Hospice at (402) 403-4330 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Oncare Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/281551?state=NE to review its current CMS-published 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.