Vitas Healthcare Corporation Midwest
Saint Louis, MO · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 261616)
CMS process measure: 98.16 (state average 95.27 — above state average)
Serves: 104 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (314) 682-3400 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Vitas Healthcare Corporation Midwest 3 stars in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 82% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.16 is above the Missouri state average of 95.27.
Vitas Healthcare Corporation Midwest serves 104 ZIP codes from its Saint Louis, MO office in St. Louis County. Families in this broad surrounding area may be eligible for its services.
Yes, Vitas Healthcare Corporation Midwest is Medicare-certified (CCN 261616), certified since 2005. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Vitas Healthcare Corporation Midwest is a for-profit hospice based in Saint Louis, Missouri, serving families in St. Louis County and the surrounding area. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since December 30, 2005 (CCN 261616).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider an overall rating of 3 stars. Among those surveyed, 82% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 81% rated their overall experience of care 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently the hospice performed a bundle of recommended care processes, Vitas Healthcare Corporation Midwest scored 98.16, which is above the Missouri state average of 95.27. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and notes that 70.3% of patients received visits from staff during the last days of life, per the published data.
The hospice's service area spans 104 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad reach from its Saint Louis office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost or fee information is provided here. All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as most recently published and may not reflect real-time changes; families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Vitas Healthcare Corporation Midwest is Medicare-certified (CCN 261616), certified since December 30, 2005, 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 Hospice Survey, this hospice received an overall rating of 3 stars, with 82% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 81% rating their overall 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 98.16, which is above the Missouri state average of 95.27; CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and 70.3% of patients receiving visits during the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 104 ZIP codes from its Saint Louis, Missouri office in St. Louis County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 104 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Vitas Healthcare Corporation Midwest is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but CMS reports it alongside quality measures so families can consider it if they wish.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since December 30, 2005.
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 for those who have decided to stop curative treatment and focus on comfort, typically when a doctor certifies a prognosis 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 on care, symptom management, or emotional and spiritual support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; contact Vitas Healthcare Corporation Midwest at (314) 682-3400 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; contact Vitas Healthcare Corporation Midwest at (314) 682-3400 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, how the hospice performs on CMS quality measures, its service area, and how it supports patients and families day to day; contact the hospice directly at (314) 682-3400 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Vitas Healthcare Corporation Midwest, CCN 261616, at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/261616?state=MO to see the latest published CMS data.
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.