Suncrest Hospice
Columbus, OH · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 361722)
CMS process measure: 98.65 (state average 97.03 — above state average)
Serves: 54 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (614) 612-0063 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Suncrest Hospice received a 2-star rating from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 80% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.65 is above the Ohio state average of 97.03.
Suncrest Hospice serves 54 ZIP codes from its Columbus, Ohio office in Franklin County. Families can confirm whether a specific ZIP code is covered by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Suncrest Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 361722), certified since September 8, 2022. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Suncrest Hospice is a Medicare-certified hospice serving the Columbus, Ohio area, based in Franklin County. According to CMS Care Compare data, Suncrest has been Medicare-certified since September 8, 2022.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, Suncrest received a 2-star rating. Among surveyed caregivers, 80% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 77% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences of families who responded to the CMS survey and are published on Care Compare.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Suncrest scored 98.65, compared to the Ohio state average of 97.03 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that visits occurred in the last days of life for 85.1% of patients, based on the published care index data.
Suncrest reports serving 54 ZIP codes from its Columbus office, indicating a fairly broad service area within the region.
Ownership type was not provided in the available data; families are encouraged to confirm this directly with the hospice or on Medicare Care Compare.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data as provided.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Suncrest Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 361722) as of September 8, 2022. 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, Suncrest received a 2-star rating, with 80% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend the hospice and 77% giving an overall rating of 9 or 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Suncrest's CMS composite process score is 98.65, compared to Ohio's state average of 97.03, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Suncrest Hospice serves 54 ZIP codes from its Columbus, Ohio office in Franklin County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 54 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Ownership type was not included in the available data; please contact Suncrest Hospice at (614) 612-0063 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Suncrest Hospice has been Medicare-certified since September 8, 2022, according to CMS records.
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 chosen to stop curative treatment, typically with a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it is not about giving up care or attention.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for Suncrest Hospice; please contact the hospice at (614) 612-0063 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Starting hospice care typically requires a doctor's certification of eligibility; please contact Suncrest Hospice at (614) 612-0063 to learn about their specific process.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver survey ratings, quality measure scores, service area, and how care needs would be met; contact Suncrest Hospice at (614) 612-0063 for details specific to your situation.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Suncrest Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/361722?state=OH to review its official 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.