Vchs Hospice
Ord, NE · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 281539)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.56 — above state average)
Serves: 21 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (308) 728-4355 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said they would definitely recommend Vchs Hospice 82% of the time, and the hospice scored 100.00 on CMS's composite process measure, above the Nebraska state average of 97.56. CMS has not published a separate overall star rating for this hospice.
Vchs Hospice serves 21 ZIP codes from its office in Ord, Nebraska, in Valley County. Families outside this area should contact the hospice directly to confirm whether service is available.
Yes, Vchs Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 281539, since October 2006). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Vchs Hospice, located in Ord, Nebraska (Valley County), is a government-owned hospice program that has been Medicare-certified since October 6, 2006. According to CMS Care Compare data, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients whose doctor certifies their eligibility; no separate cost information is included here.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, 82% of respondents said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 79% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can occur when patient counts are small; this should not be read as a sign of lower quality.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, Vchs Hospice scored 100.00, compared with a Nebraska state average of 97.56 — placing it above the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and notes that 48.6% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the most recent published data.
Vchs Hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 21 ZIP codes surrounding its Ord office. All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to review the official listing directly and contact the hospice for the most current details.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Vchs Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 281539), certified since October 6, 2006. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, 82% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Vchs Hospice, and 79% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate overall star rating for this hospice in the available data.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Vchs Hospice scored 100.00 on CMS's composite process measure, compared with the Nebraska state average of 97.56, placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and that 48.6% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Vchs Hospice serves 21 ZIP codes from its office in Ord, Nebraska, in Valley County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 21 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Vchs Hospice is government-owned. Ownership type can reflect organizational structure, but CMS quality data should be reviewed regardless of ownership when comparing hospices.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Vchs Hospice has been Medicare-certified since October 6, 2006.
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 curative treatment and are expected to have a limited life expectancy, typically six months or less if the illness runs its normal course.
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 no care is provided, and patients can still receive treatment for symptoms and other health conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Vchs Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (308) 728-4355 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care, contact Vchs Hospice directly at (308) 728-4355 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures compared to the state average, service area, and how to begin care; contact Vchs Hospice at (308) 728-4355 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Vchs Hospice's certification and quality data directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/281539?state=NE.
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.