Treasure Coast Hospice Of St Lucie
Fort Pierce, FL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 101517)
CMS process measure: 99.86 (state average 97.19 — above state average)
Serves: 34 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (772) 403-4500 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Treasure Coast Hospice Of St Lucie earned a 4-star family caregiver rating from CMS, with 90% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 99.86, above the Florida state average of 97.19.
Treasure Coast Hospice Of St Lucie serves 34 ZIP codes from its Fort Pierce, Florida office in St. Lucie County.
Yes, Treasure Coast Hospice Of St Lucie is Medicare-certified (CCN 101517, since 1984); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Treasure Coast Hospice Of St Lucie, located in Fort Pierce, Florida, has been Medicare-certified since November 27, 1984, and is organized under an ownership type CMS lists as "Other." It serves families throughout St. Lucie County and the surrounding area, covering 34 ZIP codes from its Fort Pierce office.
According to CMS Care Compare's CAHPS Hospice Survey data, family caregivers gave this hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Ninety percent of surveyed caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85% rated the hospice 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered, this hospice scored 99.86, compared to the Florida state average of 97.19 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10, and notes that 51.6% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published by CMS; families are encouraged to review the source directly for the most current data and vintage information. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. This profile does not describe specific staff, facilities, or services beyond what CMS has published, and families should contact the hospice directly to learn more about how care is delivered.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Treasure Coast Hospice Of St Lucie is Medicare-certified (CCN 101517), certified since November 27, 1984. 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's CAHPS Hospice Survey gives this hospice a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 90% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 85% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 99.86, compared to a Florida state average of 97.19, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice serves 34 ZIP codes from its Fort Pierce, Florida office in St. Lucie County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 34 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists its ownership type as "Other." Ownership type can relate to organizational structure, but CMS's quality measures reflect actual reported performance regardless of ownership.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since November 27, 1984.
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 people who have stopped seeking curative treatment and typically have 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 and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
CMS data does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Treasure Coast Hospice Of St Lucie at (772) 403-4500 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe intake steps; please contact this hospice directly at (772) 403-4500 for information on how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality measure scores compared to state averages, service area, and how long a hospice has been Medicare-certified — all of which are covered in this listing using CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Treasure Coast Hospice Of St Lucie directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/101517?state=FL to confirm 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.