Osf Bay De Noc Hospice
Escanaba, MI · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 231563)
CMS process measure: 95.31 (state average 97.27 — below state average)
Serves: 24 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (906) 786-3915 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
OSF Bay De Noc Hospice received a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 87% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 95.31 is below the Michigan state average of 97.27.
OSF Bay De Noc Hospice serves 24 ZIP codes from its office in Escanaba, Michigan, in Delta County.
Yes, OSF Bay De Noc Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 231563, since 1994); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
OSF Bay De Noc Hospice is a non-profit hospice provider based in Escanaba, Michigan, serving families in Delta County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since April 6, 1994.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among respondents, 87% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 83% rated their experience a 9 or 10 out of 10.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice follows recommended care processes, OSF Bay De Noc Hospice scored 95.31, which falls below the Michigan state average of 97.27. CMS also reports a care index score of 10, and 75.6% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life, based on available CMS data.
OSF Bay De Noc Hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 24 ZIP codes.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent published vintage available at the time of this listing. Where a measure is not mentioned here, it means CMS has not published that figure for this hospice, often because of a small number of surveyed patients — this is not an indication of poor quality.
Hospice care for eligible patients is covered under the Medicare hospice benefit. This listing does not include cost information beyond that fact. No staff, facilities, or services beyond what is stated here should be assumed.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. OSF Bay De Noc Hospice is Medicare-certified under CCN 231563, effective April 6, 1994, 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?
Family caregivers gave this hospice an overall CAHPS rating of 4 stars, with 87% saying they would definitely recommend it and 83% rating their experience a 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 95.31, which is below the Michigan state average of 97.27.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, OSF Bay De Noc Hospice serves 24 ZIP codes from its Escanaba, Michigan office in Delta County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 24 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
OSF Bay De Noc Hospice is organized as a non-profit. Ownership type is one factor among many CMS reports, and does not by itself indicate quality of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since April 6, 1994.
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 focuses on comfort rather than cure and is generally for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less, as determined by a physician.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness; it does not mean giving up all care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided CMS data does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact OSF Bay De Noc Hospice at (906) 786-3915 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; please contact OSF Bay De Noc Hospice directly at (906) 786-3915 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how the hospice compares to state averages on CMS quality measures, and its service area — all of which are covered in this listing using CMS Care Compare data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up OSF Bay De Noc Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/231563?state=MI 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.