Preceptor Hospice
Germantown, WI · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 521593)
CMS process measure: 99 (state average 96.57 — above state average)
Serves: 122 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (262) 293-3951 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Preceptor Hospice earned a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 83% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.00 is above the Wisconsin state average of 96.57.
Preceptor Hospice serves 122 ZIP codes from its office in Germantown, Wisconsin, in Washington County. Families in this area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific location is included.
Yes, Preceptor Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 521593, certified since 2012. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Preceptor Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Germantown, Wisconsin, serving families in Washington County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since September 27, 2012 (CCN 521593).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who completed the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Preceptor Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Of those surveyed, 83% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 84% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently the hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Preceptor Hospice scored 99.00, which is above the Wisconsin state average of 96.57. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 59.9% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the most recent published data.
Preceptor Hospice's service area covers 122 ZIP codes from its Germantown office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost figures are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. If any measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which often happens simply because of a small number of surveyed patients, not necessarily an indicator of quality. Families are encouraged to review the full profile on Medicare Care Compare and to contact the hospice directly with questions about services and care arrangements.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Preceptor Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 521593), certified since September 27, 2012, 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 Preceptor Hospice a 4-star CAHPS rating; 83% said they would definitely recommend it and 84% rated their overall 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 99.00, above the Wisconsin state average of 96.57. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and that 59.9% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Preceptor Hospice serves 122 ZIP codes from its office in Germantown, Wisconsin, in Washington County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 122 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Preceptor Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but it is one factor families may want to know when comparing options.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Preceptor Hospice has been Medicare-certified since September 27, 2012.
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 rather than cure when a person is in the last phase of a terminal illness.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than treatments aimed at curing the illness; patients can still receive care for pain and other symptoms.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Preceptor Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (262) 293-3951 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; please contact Preceptor Hospice at (262) 293-3951 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how quality measures compare to state averages, service area, and how the hospice supports patients and families day to day; contact Preceptor Hospice at (262) 293-3951 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view Preceptor Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/521593?state=WI.
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.