St Croix Hospice
Oakdale, MN · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 241586)
CMS process measure: 99.34 (state average 97.62 — above state average)
Serves: 354 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (651) 735-3656 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
St Croix Hospice earned 3 stars in the CMS family caregiver survey, with 86% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.34 is above the Minnesota state average of 97.62.
St Croix Hospice serves 354 ZIP codes from its office in Oakdale, Minnesota, in Washington County.
Yes, St Croix Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 241586, since 2009); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
St Croix Hospice is a Medicare-certified hospice based in Oakdale, Minnesota, in Washington County. Its ownership type is listed by CMS as "Other," and it has been Medicare-certified since October 7, 2009.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave St Croix Hospice an overall rating of 3 stars. Among those surveyed, 86% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 80% rated the hospice 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, St Croix Hospice scored 99.34, which CMS classifies as above the Minnesota state average of 97.62. CMS also reported a care index score of 10, and 74.1% of visits occurred in the last days of life according to available data.
St Croix Hospice reports serving a broad area, covering 354 ZIP codes from its Oakdale office.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as most recently published. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often related to small patient counts rather than any indication of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here. Families are encouraged to confirm current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from St Croix Hospice?
Yes, St Croix Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 241586) and has been since October 7, 2009. 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 gave St Croix Hospice an overall rating of 3 stars, with 86% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 80% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
St Croix Hospice's composite process score is 99.34, which CMS lists as above the Minnesota state average of 97.62.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
St Croix Hospice reports serving 354 ZIP codes from its Oakdale, Minnesota office in Washington County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 354 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists St Croix Hospice's ownership type as "Other." Ownership type is one factor among several to consider, alongside CAHPS survey results and quality measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
St Croix Hospice has been Medicare-certified since October 7, 2009.
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 people who are no longer pursuing curative treatment and are typically expected to have a limited life expectancy.
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 illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for St Croix Hospice; please contact the hospice at (651) 735-3656 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 St Croix Hospice at (651) 735-3656 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You may want to ask about CAHPS survey results, quality measure scores, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact St Croix Hospice at (651) 735-3656 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up St Croix Hospice (CCN 241586) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/241586?state=MN to confirm current CMS 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.