Paradigm Health
Indianapolis, IN · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 151611)
CMS process measure: 98.65 (state average 97.51 — above state average)
Serves: 223 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (317) 735-6001 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Paradigm Health has a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 85% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.65 is above the Indiana state average of 97.51.
Paradigm Health serves 223 ZIP codes from its Indianapolis, IN office in Marion County.
Yes, Paradigm Health is Medicare-certified (CCN 151611, since 2014); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Paradigm Health is a for-profit hospice based in Indianapolis, Indiana, serving families in Marion County and beyond. It has been Medicare-certified since February 12, 2014, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 151611.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Paradigm Health an overall rating of 4 stars. Eighty-five percent of surveyed caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 84 percent rated their overall experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the experiences reported by families who completed the survey, as published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Paradigm Health scored 98.65, compared to the Indiana state average of 97.51 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that visits occurred in the last days of life for 81.2 percent of applicable patients, based on the published care index data.
Paradigm Health's service area, as listed in CMS data, spans 223 ZIP codes.
As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries when a physician certifies a terminal prognosis; no cost details are included here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and may reflect a specific reporting period; families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Paradigm Health is Medicare-certified (CCN 151611) since February 12, 2014, 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 data shows a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 85% saying they would definitely recommend Paradigm Health and 84% rating their experience 9 or 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Paradigm Health's composite process score is 98.65, above the Indiana state average of 97.51, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Paradigm Health, based in Indianapolis, Marion County, IN, serves 223 ZIP codes according to CMS data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 223 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Paradigm Health is a for-profit hospice; ownership type is disclosed by CMS but does not by itself indicate quality of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Paradigm Health has been Medicare-certified since February 12, 2014.
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 terminal prognosis who have chosen to stop curative treatment.
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 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 doesn't specify care settings for Paradigm Health; contact the hospice at (317) 735-6001 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact Paradigm Health directly at (317) 735-6001 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction, service area, quality scores, and ownership — all of which are reported here from CMS data; for details beyond this, contact Paradigm Health at (317) 735-6001.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Paradigm Health (CCN 151611) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/151611?state=IN.
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.