Swan Hospice
Lakewood, NJ · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 311592)
CMS process measure: 92.82 (state average 96.87 — below state average)
Serves: 102 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (908) 818-1700 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Swan Hospice has a CMS family caregiver rating of 2 stars, with 73% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 92.82, which is below the New Jersey state average of 96.87.
Swan Hospice serves 102 ZIP codes from its Lakewood, New Jersey office in Union County. Families in this broad area can reach the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific address is covered.
Yes, Swan Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 311592, certified since May 4, 2021. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Swan Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Lakewood, New Jersey, serving families in Union County and surrounding communities. It has been Medicare-certified since May 4, 2021, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 311592.
According to the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, published on Medicare Care Compare, Swan Hospice received a caregiver rating of 2 stars. Among caregivers surveyed, 73% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 65% 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, Swan Hospice scored 92.82, compared with a New Jersey state average of 96.87 — placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reported a care index score of 9 and noted that visits occurred in the last days of life for 43.1% of patients, per the most recent published CMS data.
Swan Hospice's service area, as listed on Care Compare, spans 102 ZIP codes, indicating a broad reach from its Lakewood office.
All figures above come directly from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which can occur simply due to small patient counts rather than any indication of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no cost or fee information is provided here. Families are encouraged to verify all figures directly on Medicare Care Compare before making care decisions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Swan Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 311592) since May 4, 2021, 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, Swan Hospice received a 2-star caregiver rating, with 73% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 65% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Swan Hospice scored 92.82 on the CMS composite process measure, compared with a New Jersey state average of 96.87, placing it below the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Swan Hospice serves 102 ZIP codes from its Lakewood, New Jersey location in Union County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 102 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Swan Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not directly determine care quality, but CMS publishes it as part of the provider record so families can consider it alongside quality measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Swan Hospice has been Medicare-certified since May 4, 2021.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness to ease symptoms, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure when a person is nearing the end of life, typically with a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No — hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, dignity, and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; patients can still receive medical attention for symptom management and other health needs.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Swan Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (908) 818-1700 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care with Swan Hospice, contact them directly at (908) 818-1700 and verify current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, CMS quality measures, service area coverage, and how care is coordinated — Swan Hospice can be reached at (908) 818-1700 to discuss these directly.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Swan Hospice's certification, CAHPS ratings, and quality measures at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/311592?state=NJ.
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.