Vhs Hospice Services Of New Jersey
Woodland Park, NJ · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 311508)
CMS process measure: 99.9 (state average 96.87 — above state average)
Serves: 151 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (973) 256-4636 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Vhs Hospice Services Of New Jersey has a 3-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 83% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.90 is above the New Jersey state average of 96.87.
Vhs Hospice Services Of New Jersey serves 151 ZIP codes from its Woodland Park, New Jersey office in Passaic County.
Yes, Vhs Hospice Services Of New Jersey is Medicare-certified (CCN 311508, since 1984); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Vhs Hospice Services Of New Jersey is a for-profit hospice based in Woodland Park, New Jersey, serving families in Passaic County and beyond. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since February 29, 1984, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for decades.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, this hospice earned a 3-star rating. Among surveyed caregivers, 83% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 79% rated their overall experience a 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the direct experiences of families who used this hospice's services, as reported to CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes are delivered, this hospice scored 99.90, which is above the New Jersey state average of 96.87. CMS also reports that 33.9% of patients received visits in the last days of life, according to the most recent published data.
This hospice's service area is broad, covering 151 ZIP codes from its Woodland Park office.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published by Medicare. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which often happens simply because too few patients were surveyed or measured, not because of any quality concern.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. No other cost details are provided here; families should contact the hospice directly for further information.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Vhs Hospice Services Of New Jersey is Medicare-certified (CCN 311508, since February 29, 1984), 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, this hospice earned a 3-star rating, with 83% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 79% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 99.90, which is above the New Jersey state average of 96.87.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 151 ZIP codes from its Woodland Park, New Jersey office in Passaic County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 151 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is operated as a for-profit organization; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but it is disclosed by CMS for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since February 29, 1984.
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 generally for patients who have stopped curative treatment and are focused on comfort in the final phase of life.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward 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 conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; contact the hospice at (973) 256-4636 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe enrollment steps; contact the hospice at (973) 256-4636 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how care processes compare to state averages, and the size of the service area — all of which are reported here from CMS data; for other specifics, contact the hospice at (973) 256-4636.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review this hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/311508?state=NJ.
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.