Utah Hospice
Orem, UT · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 461590)
CMS process measure: 98.08 (state average 95.57 — above state average)
Serves: 72 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (801) 373-1400 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Utah Hospice has received a 2-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 73% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. On the CMS composite process measure, it scored 98.08, above the Utah state average of 95.57.
Utah Hospice serves 72 ZIP codes from its Orem, Utah office in Utah County.
Yes, Utah Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 461590, since 2011); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Utah Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Orem, Utah, serving families in Utah County. It has been Medicare-certified since October 25, 2011 (CCN 461590).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Utah Hospice an overall rating of 2 stars. In that same survey, 73% of respondents said they would definitely recommend this hospice to family and friends, and 72% rated their experience 9 or 10 on a 0-10 scale. These figures reflect the experiences of caregivers who chose to respond to the survey and are published by CMS as part of its public reporting program.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of care processes, Utah Hospice scored 98.08, compared to the Utah state average of 95.57 — placing it above the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 66.7% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, based on the most recent published data.
Utah Hospice reports serving 72 ZIP codes from its Orem office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who qualify; no additional cost information is provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and may reflect a specific reporting period; families should confirm current figures directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Utah Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 461590), certified since October 25, 2011, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who qualify.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, Utah Hospice received an overall rating of 2 stars, with 73% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 72% rating their experience 9 or 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Utah Hospice scored 98.08 on the CMS composite process measure, compared to the Utah state average of 95.57, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Utah Hospice reports serving 72 ZIP codes from its Orem, Utah office in Utah County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 72 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Utah Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type is reported by CMS but does not by itself indicate quality of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Utah Hospice has been Medicare-certified since October 25, 2011.
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 terminal diagnosis 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 doesn't specify care settings; please contact Utah Hospice at (801) 373-1400 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided doesn't describe the intake process; please contact Utah Hospice at (801) 373-1400 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey ratings, quality measures compared to the state average, services covered, and areas served — for details specific to Utah Hospice beyond what's listed here, contact them at (801) 373-1400.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Utah Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/461590?state=UT to confirm current 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.