Sheridan Memorial Hospital Hospice
Sheridan, WY · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 531510)
CMS process measure: 90.14 (state average 89.78 — at state average)
Serves: 9 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (307) 672-1083 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS gave Sheridan Memorial Hospital Hospice strong marks, with 97% saying they would definitely recommend it and 89% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. Its CMS composite process score of 90.14 is essentially at the Wyoming state average of 89.78.
Sheridan Memorial Hospital Hospice serves 9 ZIP codes from its Sheridan, Wyoming office in Sheridan County. Families outside this list should contact the hospice directly to confirm coverage of their address.
Yes, Sheridan Memorial Hospital Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 531510, certified since 1996. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility, and no further cost details are included here.
About this hospice
Sheridan Memorial Hospital Hospice is a government-owned hospice based in Sheridan, Wyoming, serving families in Sheridan County. It has been Medicare-certified since May 15, 1996, meaning it has met federal health and safety requirements for hospice care for decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported strong experiences: 97% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 89% rated their overall experience a 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a distinct overall CAHPS star rating figure for this hospice in the data provided, though the recommendation and rating percentages above reflect direct caregiver feedback.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently a hospice completes key care processes — Sheridan Memorial Hospital Hospice scored 90.14, essentially at the Wyoming state average of 89.78. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 63.8% of patients, per the available data.
Sheridan Memorial Hospital Hospice serves 9 ZIP codes from its Sheridan, Wyoming office. No cost information is included here; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as provided; families are encouraged to confirm current details directly with the hospice or on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Sheridan Memorial Hospital Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 531510), certified since May 15, 1996. 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, 97% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 89% 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 composite process score is 90.14, which CMS classifies as at the Wyoming state average of 89.78.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Sheridan Memorial Hospital Hospice serves 9 ZIP codes from its office in Sheridan, Wyoming, in Sheridan County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 9 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is government-owned. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality, but it may be a factor families want to know as they compare providers.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since May 15, 1996.
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 have stopped curative treatment and typically have a prognosis of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course.
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 no care is provided, and patients can still receive medical attention for symptoms and pain.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact them at (307) 672-1083 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 Sheridan Memorial Hospital Hospice at (307) 672-1083 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how care processes compare to state averages, service area coverage, and how to begin care — all worth confirming directly with the hospice at (307) 672-1083.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Sheridan Memorial Hospital Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/531510?state=WY.
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.