Unity Hospice Gsl, Llc
Saint Louis, MO · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 261640)
CMS process measure: 97.35 (state average 95.27 — above state average)
Serves: 91 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (314) 645-8648 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Unity Hospice Gsl received a CAHPS family caregiver star rating of 2 out of 5, with 72% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 97.35 is above the Missouri state average of 95.27.
Unity Hospice Gsl serves 91 ZIP codes from its Saint Louis, MO office in St. Louis City county.
Yes, Unity Hospice Gsl is Medicare-certified (CCN 261640, since 2011); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Unity Hospice Gsl, Llc is a for-profit hospice agency based in Saint Louis, Missouri, serving St. Louis City county. According to CMS Care Compare data, it has been Medicare-certified since December 2, 2011.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, Unity Hospice Gsl received an overall star rating of 2 out of 5. Among families surveyed, 72% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 71% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family caregivers of patients who received care from this hospice, as published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes are delivered, Unity Hospice Gsl scored 97.35, which is above the Missouri state average of 95.27. The publicly reported care index score is 10, and CMS data shows that 57.7% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, as reported through the CMS visits-in-last-days measure.
Unity Hospice Gsl reports serving 91 ZIP codes from its Saint Louis office, indicating a fairly broad service area within the region.
All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which can occur when patient counts are too small for reliable public reporting; this does not indicate poor quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Unity Hospice Gsl is Medicare-certified (CCN 261640), certified since December 2, 2011. 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, Unity Hospice Gsl received an overall star rating of 2 out of 5, with 72% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 71% 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 97.35, which is above the Missouri state average of 95.27.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Unity Hospice Gsl reports serving 91 ZIP codes from its Saint Louis, MO office in St. Louis City county.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 91 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Unity Hospice Gsl is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care; CMS quality and survey measures are a more direct source of that information.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since December 2, 2011, according to CMS Care Compare.
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 is specifically for patients who have chosen to stop curative treatment and focus on comfort, usually when a doctor estimates 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 care, support, or medical attention.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided; please contact Unity Hospice Gsl at (314) 645-8648 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 Unity Hospice Gsl at (314) 645-8648 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey ratings, how a hospice's quality scores compare to state averages, and its service area; you can also ask Unity Hospice Gsl directly at (314) 645-8648 about their specific practices.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Unity Hospice Gsl (CCN 261640) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/261640?state=MO to confirm current CMS ratings and measures.
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.