St Croix Hospice
Strawberry Point, IA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 161604)
CMS process measure: 99.77 (state average 97.19 — above state average)
Serves: 171 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (563) 933-2070 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
St Croix Hospice received a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 90% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.77 is above the Iowa state average of 97.19.
St Croix Hospice serves 171 ZIP codes from its Strawberry Point, Iowa office in Clayton County.
Yes, St Croix Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 161604, since 2014); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
St Croix Hospice is a for-profit, Medicare-certified hospice based in Strawberry Point, Iowa, serving families in Clayton County and the surrounding region. The agency has been Medicare-certified since July 10, 2014.
According to CMS Care Compare CAHPS survey data, family caregivers gave St Croix Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Of families surveyed, 90% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 87% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently a hospice completes a bundle of recommended care processes — St Croix Hospice scored 99.77, compared to the Iowa state average of 97.19, placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10, and 77.5% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life, per available data. If any additional measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often the result of a small number of surveyed patients rather than an indicator of quality.
St Croix Hospice reports serving 171 ZIP codes from its Strawberry Point office, reflecting a broad service area for a rural-based hospice.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost information is provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as reported for this hospice; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. St Croix Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 161604) since July 10, 2014, 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 St Croix Hospice a 4-star CAHPS rating, with 90% saying they would definitely recommend it and 87% rating their 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 99.77, above the Iowa state average of 97.19, and CMS reports a care index score of 10 with 77.5% of patients receiving visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
St Croix Hospice serves 171 ZIP codes from its office in Strawberry Point, Iowa, in Clayton County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 171 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
St Croix Hospice is a for-profit organization; ownership type does not determine quality, but CMS reports it publicly so families can consider it alongside other measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since July 10, 2014.
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 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?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, dignity, and symptom management rather than treatments aimed at curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify care settings for St Croix Hospice; contact the hospice at (563) 933-2070 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Contact St Croix Hospice directly at (563) 933-2070 to discuss eligibility and next steps, and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how the hospice performs on CMS quality measures, what areas it serves, and how to begin care — St Croix Hospice can be reached at (563) 933-2070 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up St Croix Hospice (CCN 161604) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/161604?state=IA to review 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.