Sparrow Hospice Services
Lansing, MI · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 231519)
CMS process measure: 85.9 (state average 97.27 — below state average)
Serves: 63 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (517) 364-7200 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers rated Sparrow Hospice Services 4 stars, with 86% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 85.90 is below the Michigan state average of 97.27.
Sparrow Hospice Services serves 63 ZIP codes from its Lansing, MI office in Ingham County.
Yes, Sparrow Hospice Services is Medicare-certified (CCN 231519, since 1987); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Sparrow Hospice Services is a non-profit hospice based in Lansing, Michigan (Ingham County), certified by Medicare since January 23, 1987. As a non-profit provider, it has been serving families in the Lansing area for decades under Medicare certification.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data (CAHPS), family caregivers gave Sparrow Hospice Services an overall rating of 4 stars. Among surveyed caregivers, 86% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 81% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, Sparrow Hospice Services scored 85.90, which falls below the Michigan state average of 97.27. This composite reflects how consistently the hospice performed a bundle of CMS-tracked care processes; families may wish to discuss this figure with the hospice directly or review the details on Medicare Care Compare.
Sparrow Hospice Services reports serving 63 ZIP codes from its Lansing office, indicating a broad service area across the surrounding region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond that are provided here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published for this hospice; where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it, which is often due to small patient counts rather than any indication of quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Sparrow Hospice Services is Medicare-certified (CCN 231519, since January 23, 1987), 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?
Family caregivers gave Sparrow Hospice Services a 4-star rating on CMS's CAHPS survey, with 86% saying they would definitely recommend it and 81% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Sparrow Hospice Services scored 85.90 on the CMS composite process measure, which is below the Michigan state average of 97.27.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 63 ZIP codes from its Lansing, Michigan office in Ingham County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 63 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Sparrow Hospice Services is a non-profit hospice; ownership type is one factor families can consider alongside CMS quality and survey data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since January 23, 1987.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can begin at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment, while hospice care is specifically 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?
No, 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 or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Sparrow Hospice Services delivers care; please contact the hospice at (517) 364-7200 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact Sparrow Hospice Services at (517) 364-7200 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey ratings, CMS quality scores, service area, and how care is coordinated; Sparrow Hospice Services can be reached at (517) 364-7200 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Sparrow Hospice Services' official CMS data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/231519?state=MI.
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.