Transitions Lifecare
Raleigh, NC · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 341523)
CMS process measure: 99.36 (state average 97.95 — above state average)
Serves: 102 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (919) 828-0890 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Transitions Lifecare has earned a 5-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 93% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.36 is above the North Carolina state average of 97.95.
Transitions Lifecare serves 102 ZIP codes from its office in Raleigh, North Carolina, in Wake County.
Yes, Transitions Lifecare is Medicare-certified (CCN 341523), since December 7, 1987; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Transitions Lifecare is a non-profit hospice based in Raleigh, North Carolina, serving Wake County and surrounding communities. It has been Medicare-certified since December 7, 1987 (CCN 341523).
According to CMS Care Compare data, families who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Transitions Lifecare an overall rating of 5 stars. Ninety-three percent of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 88 percent rated their experience of care 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Transitions Lifecare scored 99.36, compared to a North Carolina state average of 97.95 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 52.3% of patients received visits from staff during the last days of life.
Transitions Lifecare's service area, as listed on Care Compare, covers 102 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here beyond that fact.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published for this hospice. Where a measure is not listed, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient counts and does not indicate poor quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Transitions Lifecare is Medicare-certified (CCN 341523) since December 7, 1987, 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?
CMS CAHPS survey data shows a 5-star overall rating, with 93% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend Transitions Lifecare and 88% rating their care 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 99.36, compared to the North Carolina state average of 97.95, placing it above the state average. CMS also lists a care index score of 10 and notes 52.3% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Transitions Lifecare, based in Raleigh, Wake County, North Carolina, serves 102 ZIP codes according to Care Compare data.
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?
Transitions Lifecare is organized as a non-profit hospice. Ownership type is one factor among several CMS reports, alongside survey results and quality measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since December 7, 1987.
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 rather than cure for patients who are generally expected to have six months or less to live if the illness runs its usual course.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, symptom management, or emotional and spiritual support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This information is not included in the CMS data provided. Please contact Transitions Lifecare at (919) 828-0890 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process. Please contact Transitions Lifecare at (919) 828-0890 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how a hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, and the size of its service area — all of which are reported here from CMS Care Compare data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Transitions Lifecare (CCN 341523) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/341523?state=NC.
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.