Sanctuary Hospice
Mason, OH · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 361706)
CMS process measure: 94.52 (state average 97.03 — below state average)
Serves: 84 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (513) 755-0232 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers reported that 92% would definitely recommend Sanctuary Hospice, and 82% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10, according to CMS survey data. On CMS's composite process measure, Sanctuary Hospice scored 94.52, which is below the Ohio state average of 97.03.
Sanctuary Hospice serves 84 ZIP codes from its office in Mason, Ohio, in Butler County. This reflects a broad service area based on CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Sanctuary Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 361706, certified since December 21, 2018. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Sanctuary Hospice is a for-profit hospice located in Mason, Ohio, serving families in Butler County and beyond. It has been Medicare-certified since December 21, 2018, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 361706.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 92% would definitely recommend Sanctuary Hospice to others, and 82% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of recommended care processes, Sanctuary Hospice scored 94.52, which is below the Ohio state average of 97.03. CMS also reports that 73.8% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life, a measure that can reflect responsiveness during a critical period of care.
Sanctuary Hospice's service area includes 84 ZIP codes, indicating a broad reach from its Mason, Ohio office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recently published vintage available. Where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often related to small patient counts and does not indicate poor quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Sanctuary Hospice?
Yes, Sanctuary Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 361706, since December 21, 2018). 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?
According to CMS Care Compare data, 92% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Sanctuary Hospice, and 82% rated the hospice 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Sanctuary Hospice scored 94.52 on the CMS composite process measure, which is below the Ohio state average of 97.03, per CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Sanctuary Hospice serves 84 ZIP codes from its Mason, Ohio office in Butler County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 84 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Sanctuary Hospice is a for-profit organization. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care; CMS survey and process measures offer more direct insight.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Sanctuary Hospice has been Medicare-certified since December 21, 2018.
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 patients who are no longer pursuing curative treatment and are typically expected to have a limited life expectancy.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact Sanctuary Hospice at (513) 755-0232 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact Sanctuary Hospice at (513) 755-0232 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, and the size of its service area — all information available on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Sanctuary Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/361706?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.