Shining Light Hospice
Las Vegas, NV · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 291600)
CMS process measure: not reported
Serves: 29 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (702) 906-0044 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family-caregiver survey results or a composite process comparison for Shining Light Hospice, often because of small patient counts, which does not indicate poor quality. CMS does report a care index score of 6 and that 22.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
Shining Light Hospice serves 29 ZIP codes from its Las Vegas, NV office in Clark County.
Yes, Shining Light Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 291600, since February 2022); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Shining Light Hospice is a Medicare-certified hospice in Las Vegas, Nevada, serving families in Clark County and the surrounding area. The hospice is classified by CMS as an "Other" ownership type and has been Medicare-certified since February 10, 2022.
According to CMS Care Compare data, Shining Light Hospice reports a care index score of 6, and CMS data show that 22.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life. CMS has not published a CAHPS family-caregiver star rating, percent who would definitely recommend, or percent rating the hospice 9-10 for this provider — this is often the case for smaller hospices with limited patient counts, and it does not indicate poor quality of care.
CMS also has not reported how this hospice's composite process measure compares to the Nevada state average of 93.57, which CMS labels as "not reported" for this hospice. Families should check Medicare Care Compare directly for the most current figures, as CMS updates this data periodically.
Shining Light Hospice serves 29 ZIP codes from its Las Vegas office. As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data as provided; families are encouraged to verify current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare before making care decisions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Shining Light Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 291600) since February 10, 2022, 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 Shining Light Hospice, which often happens with smaller patient counts and does not suggest poor quality.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
CMS lists this hospice's composite process comparison to the Nevada state average (93.57) as not reported; CMS does show a care index score of 6 and that 22.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Shining Light Hospice serves 29 ZIP codes from its Las Vegas, NV office in Clark County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 29 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS classifies Shining Light Hospice's ownership type as "Other." Ownership type can inform families about organizational structure, but it does not by itself determine quality of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Shining Light Hospice has been Medicare-certified since February 10, 2022.
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 those with a life-limiting illness who have stopped pursuing curative treatment, typically with a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No — choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom management, and quality of life rather than treatments aimed at curing the underlying illness.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for Shining Light Hospice; please contact the hospice at (702) 906-0044 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Please contact Shining Light Hospice directly at (702) 906-0044 to learn about starting care, and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You may want to ask about services offered, staff availability, coverage area, and how the hospice supports families — contact Shining Light Hospice at (702) 906-0044 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Shining Light Hospice (CCN 291600) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/291600?state=NV to see the latest 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.