Sharon S Richardson Community Hospice
Sheboygan Falls, WI · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 521582)
CMS process measure: 99.11 (state average 96.57 — above state average)
Serves: 67 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (920) 467-1800 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Sharon S Richardson Community Hospice holds a 4-star family caregiver rating from CMS, with 89% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.11 is above the Wisconsin state average of 96.57.
Sharon S Richardson Community Hospice serves 67 ZIP codes from its office in Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin, in Sheboygan County.
Yes, Sharon S Richardson Community Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 521582), certified since May 11, 2007. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Sharon S Richardson Community Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin, serving families in Sheboygan County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since May 11, 2007.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, this hospice earned a 4-star caregiver rating. Among families who responded, 89% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 86% rated the overall care a 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family members of patients who received care.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently core care processes were delivered — this hospice scored 99.11, compared to the Wisconsin state average of 96.57, placing it above the state average. CMS has published a care index score of 10 for this hospice; CMS also reports that 42.0% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life. Where a measure is not listed here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient counts and does not by itself indicate anything about quality.
Sharon S Richardson Community Hospice's service area covers 67 ZIP codes. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here beyond that.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as supplied for this listing.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Sharon S Richardson Community Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 521582) since May 11, 2007, 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 gives this hospice a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 89% of respondents saying they would definitely recommend it and 86% rating overall care 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 99.11, above the Wisconsin state average of 96.57, and CMS lists a care index score of 10 with 42.0% of patients receiving visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice serves 67 ZIP codes from its Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin office in Sheboygan County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 67 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Sharon S Richardson Community Hospice is organized as a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, and CMS's survey and process measures above are separate indicators worth reviewing.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since May 11, 2007.
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 is generally for patients who have chosen to stop curative treatment and focus on comfort, typically when a doctor estimates 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 the underlying illness, but it does not mean giving up medical care, symptom management, or support for the patient and family.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Sharon S Richardson Community Hospice at (920) 467-1800 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
This information isn't included in the CMS data provided; contact Sharon S Richardson Community Hospice at (920) 467-1800 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey results, how care processes compare to state averages, and the size of the service area — all of which are covered above for this hospice; for anything else, contact the hospice directly at (920) 467-1800.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Sharon S Richardson Community Hospice (CCN 521582) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/521582?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.