Seasons Hospice
Rochester, MN · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 241545)
CMS process measure: 96.23 (state average 97.62 — below state average)
Serves: 42 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (507) 285-1930 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Seasons Hospice holds a 4-star CAHPS rating from family caregivers, with 92% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 96.23 is slightly below Minnesota's state average of 97.62.
Seasons Hospice serves 42 ZIP codes from its Rochester, Minnesota office in Olmsted County.
Yes, Seasons Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 241545, since 1994); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Seasons Hospice is a non-profit hospice serving Rochester, Minnesota and surrounding communities in Olmsted County. According to CMS Care Compare data, it has been Medicare-certified since October 21, 1994, and carries CCN 241545.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, Seasons Hospice earned a 4-star rating. Among caregivers who responded, 92% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 88% rated the overall care a 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, Seasons Hospice scored 96.23, compared to a Minnesota state average of 97.62 — placing it slightly below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 76.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life, per the published data. Where a measure is not listed here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which often happens simply because of small patient counts and should not be read as reflecting poor quality.
Seasons Hospice's service area currently spans 42 ZIP codes, based on its Rochester office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as provided; families are encouraged to confirm current details directly with the hospice or on Medicare.gov.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Seasons Hospice?
Yes. Seasons Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 241545) since October 21, 1994, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about Seasons Hospice in the CMS survey?
CMS's CAHPS survey gives Seasons Hospice a 4-star rating, with 92% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 88% rating overall care 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does Seasons Hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process-of-care score is 96.23, compared to Minnesota's state average of 97.62, placing it slightly below the state average on this measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does Seasons Hospice serve?
Seasons Hospice serves 42 ZIP codes from its Rochester, Minnesota office in Olmsted County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 42 this hospice reports serving.
Is Seasons Hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Seasons Hospice is a non-profit organization; ownership type can be one factor families consider alongside CMS quality data, but it doesn't determine quality on its own.
How long has Seasons Hospice been Medicare-certified?
Seasons Hospice has been Medicare-certified since October 21, 1994.
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 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 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?
This is best confirmed directly; please contact Seasons Hospice at (507) 285-1930 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with Seasons Hospice?
To learn how to begin care, contact Seasons Hospice at (507) 285-1930 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how the hospice performs on CMS quality measures, its service area, and how it supports patients and families — Seasons Hospice can be reached at (507) 285-1930 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Seasons Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/241545?state=MN to see its current CMS-published 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.