Suncrest Hospice
Sandy, UT · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 461626)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 95.57 — above state average)
Serves: 72 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (801) 996-8469 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Families surveyed by CMS reported that 88% would definitely recommend Suncrest Hospice, and 89% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, Suncrest Hospice scored 100.00, above the Utah state average of 95.57.
Suncrest Hospice serves 72 ZIP codes from its Sandy, Utah office in Utah County.
Yes, Suncrest Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 461626), certified since October 1, 2019; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Suncrest Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Sandy, Utah, serving families in Utah County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since October 1, 2019 (CCN 461626).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 88% would definitely recommend Suncrest Hospice, and 89% rated the hospice 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes a bundle of recommended care processes, Suncrest Hospice scored 100.00, compared with a Utah state average of 95.57 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that visits occurred in the last days of life for 83.0% of patients, and a care index score of 9.
Suncrest Hospice's service area, as listed with CMS, spans 72 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. No cost or fee information is included here beyond that.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as provided; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare or by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Suncrest Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 461626) since October 1, 2019, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who are eligible and certified by a doctor.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey, 88% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Suncrest Hospice, and 89% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Suncrest Hospice scored 100.00 on CMS's composite process measure, compared with a Utah state average of 95.57 — above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and that visits occurred in the last days of life for 83.0% of patients.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Suncrest Hospice, based in Sandy, Utah (Utah County), serves 72 ZIP codes according to CMS data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 72 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Suncrest Hospice is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality; CMS quality and survey measures are better indicators of experience and performance.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Suncrest Hospice has been Medicare-certified since October 1, 2019.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment to ease symptoms, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure and is typically for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, dignity, and symptom relief rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness; it does not mean giving up care or attention — it is a different kind of care.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where Suncrest Hospice provides care; please contact the hospice at (801) 996-8469 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 Suncrest Hospice directly at (801) 996-8469 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about CMS survey results, quality measures, services offered, staff availability, and coverage area; contact Suncrest Hospice at (801) 996-8469 and review its listing on Medicare Care Compare for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view Suncrest Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/461626?state=UT.
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.