Sheridan Memorial Hospice
Plentywood, MT · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 271526)
CMS process measure: not reported
Serves: 3 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (406) 765-3733 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results or a composite process score for Sheridan Memorial Hospice, often because of a small number of surveyed patients. This does not indicate poor quality — it simply means the data hasn't been reported yet.
Sheridan Memorial Hospice serves 3 ZIP codes from its office in Plentywood, Montana, in Sheridan County.
Yes, Sheridan Memorial Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 271526, since 2004); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Sheridan Memorial Hospice, located in Plentywood, Montana (Sheridan County), has been Medicare-certified since May 19, 2004. Its ownership type is listed by CMS as "Other." Sheridan Memorial Hospice serves a small area, covering 3 ZIP codes from its Plentywood office.
According to CMS Care Compare data, no CAHPS family caregiver survey results — such as star rating, percent who would definitely recommend the hospice, or percent rating it 9-10 — have been published for Sheridan Memorial Hospice. This is often the case for smaller hospices with too few surveyed patient families to meet CMS's reporting thresholds, and it should not be read as a sign of poor quality. Similarly, CMS has not published a composite process measure score for this hospice, so no comparison to the Montana state average composite score of 94.29 is available at this time.
Families considering hospice care should know that the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond that are available here. All figures above reflect CMS Care Compare data as most recently published; families are encouraged to check the Care Compare website directly for the latest information, since CMS updates these figures periodically. For any specific questions about services, staffing, or how to begin care, contacting Sheridan Memorial Hospice directly is the most reliable next step.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Sheridan Memorial Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 271526, since May 19, 2004), 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 has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for Sheridan Memorial Hospice, which often happens for hospices with small patient counts; this does not indicate poor quality.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
CMS has not published a composite process measure score for Sheridan Memorial Hospice, so no comparison to Montana's state average of 94.29 can be made at this time.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Sheridan Memorial Hospice serves 3 ZIP codes from its Plentywood, Montana office in Sheridan County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 3 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists Sheridan Memorial Hospice's ownership type as "Other." Ownership type can reflect organizational structure, but it does not by itself indicate quality of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Sheridan Memorial Hospice has been Medicare-certified since May 19, 2004.
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 focused on comfort for patients who have stopped curative treatment and typically have 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; it does not mean giving up on care and support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where Sheridan Memorial Hospice provides care; please contact the hospice at (406) 765-3733 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care, contact Sheridan Memorial Hospice directly at (406) 765-3733 to discuss eligibility and next steps.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Consider asking about services offered, staff availability, how care is coordinated, and how the hospice supports families; contact Sheridan Memorial Hospice at (406) 765-3733 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Sheridan Memorial Hospice's certification and any published quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/271526?state=MT.
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.