United Hospice, Inc
Park Ridge, IL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 141697)
CMS process measure: not reported
Serves: 113 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (847) 779-3989 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published an overall CAHPS star rating for United Hospice, Inc, but 70% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend it and 64% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. Its composite process score comparison to the Illinois state average of 96.22 was not reported by CMS.
United Hospice, Inc serves 113 ZIP codes from its Park Ridge, Illinois office in Cook County. Families outside this area should contact the hospice directly to confirm coverage.
Yes, United Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified, with CCN 141697, certified since April 16, 2018. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
United Hospice, Inc is a for-profit hospice based in Park Ridge, Illinois, serving Cook County and a wide surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since April 16, 2018 (CCN 141697).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 70% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 64% gave it an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published an overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can occur when patient counts are small; this is not an indication of poor quality.
On CMS's process-of-care measures, United Hospice, Inc has a care index score of 9, and 29.2% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life. The state average composite score for Illinois is 96.22; CMS's comparison of this hospice's composite score against the state average is listed as 'not reported' in the data available.
United Hospice, Inc serves 113 ZIP codes from its Park Ridge, Illinois office, indicating a broad service area.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as provided; families are encouraged to verify current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, United Hospice, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 141697) since April 16, 2018, 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?
According to CMS Care Compare data, 70% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend United Hospice, Inc, and 64% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10 overall; CMS has not published an overall star rating for this hospice.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
United Hospice, Inc has a care index score of 9 and 29.2% of patients received visits in the last days of life; CMS lists the comparison of its composite score to the Illinois state average (96.22) as not reported.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
United Hospice, Inc serves 113 ZIP codes from its office in Park Ridge, Illinois, in Cook County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 113 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
United Hospice, Inc is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care, but families may want to consider it alongside CMS survey results.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
United Hospice, Inc has been Medicare-certified since April 16, 2018.
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 stopped 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 an illness; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where United Hospice, Inc delivers care; please contact the hospice at (847) 779-3989 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data does not include enrollment steps; please contact United Hospice, Inc at (847) 779-3989 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about CAHPS survey results, quality measures, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact United Hospice, Inc at (847) 779-3989 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review United Hospice, Inc's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/141697?state=IL.
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.