United Hospice Service
Marlette, MI · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 231512)
CMS process measure: 90.71 (state average 97.27 — below state average)
Serves: 71 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (800) 635-7490 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
United Hospice Service holds a 5-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 96% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 90.71 is below the Michigan state average of 97.27.
United Hospice Service serves 71 ZIP codes from its Marlette, Michigan office in Sanilac County.
Yes, United Hospice Service is Medicare-certified (CCN 231512, since 1986); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
United Hospice Service is a non-profit hospice based in Marlette, Michigan, serving families in Sanilac County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since March 19, 1986, meaning it has provided hospice services under the Medicare hospice benefit for nearly four decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey rated this hospice highly: it holds a 5-star CAHPS rating, with 96% of respondents saying they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 95% giving an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently core care processes were delivered — United Hospice Service scored 90.71, which falls below the Michigan state average of 97.27. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 93.0% of patients, per the published data.
United Hospice Service's service area, as listed on Care Compare, spans 71 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad regional reach from its Marlette office.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published; families should confirm current figures directly on Care Compare. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. This profile does not include cost information, staffing details, or specific services beyond what CMS has published, as those are not part of the available data.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. United Hospice Service is Medicare-certified (CCN 231512) since March 19, 1986, 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?
Family caregivers gave United Hospice Service a 5-star CAHPS rating, with 96% saying they would definitely recommend it and 95% rating their experience 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 90.71, which is below the Michigan state average of 97.27, according to Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
United Hospice Service serves 71 ZIP codes from its Marlette, Michigan office in Sanilac County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 71 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
United Hospice Service is a non-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but CMS reports it for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 19, 1986.
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 those with a life expectancy of six months or less who have chosen to stop curative treatment.
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 care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; please contact United Hospice Service at (800) 635-7490 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 United Hospice Service at (800) 635-7490 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact United Hospice Service at (800) 635-7490 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up United Hospice Service (CCN 231512) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/231512?state=MI.
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.