Washington Regional Hospice
Fayetteville, AR · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 041500)
CMS process measure: 81.82 (state average 97.84 — below state average)
Serves: 37 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (479) 463-7385 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Washington Regional Hospice received 4 stars from family caregivers in the CMS survey, with 92% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 81.82 is below the Arkansas state average of 97.84.
Washington Regional Hospice serves 37 ZIP codes from its Fayetteville, Arkansas office in Washington County.
Yes, Washington Regional Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 041500, since 1985); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Washington Regional Hospice is a non-profit hospice based in Fayetteville, Arkansas, serving families in Washington County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since January 22, 1985, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care for decades.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data (CAHPS), family caregivers gave Washington Regional Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Ninety-two percent of surveyed caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 90 percent rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10 — figures that reflect strong caregiver satisfaction.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes, Washington Regional Hospice scored 81.82, which is below the Arkansas state average of 97.84. This measure is one part of a broader quality picture and does not by itself describe the personal experience of every patient and family. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 65.6% of patients received visits in the final days of life, according to the same published data set.
Washington Regional Hospice reports serving 37 ZIP codes from its Fayetteville office. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data as published by CMS; families should check Care Compare directly for the most current figures. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. No cost details are provided here beyond that.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Washington Regional Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 041500) since January 22, 1985, 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?
Family caregivers gave Washington Regional Hospice 4 stars overall, with 92% saying they would definitely recommend it and 90% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10, per CMS CAHPS data.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 81.82, which is below the Arkansas state average of 97.84, according to CMS Care Compare.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Washington Regional Hospice reports serving 37 ZIP codes from its Fayetteville, Arkansas location in Washington County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 37 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a non-profit hospice; ownership type can inform how a hospice reinvests revenue, but CMS quality measures and CAHPS scores are the more direct indicators of care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since January 22, 1985.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure and is typically for those with a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the goal of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness; it does not mean stopping care or support, only redirecting its focus.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This detail is not included in the CMS data provided; contact Washington Regional Hospice at (479) 463-7385 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 Washington Regional Hospice at (479) 463-7385 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how a hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, and the service area — all of which are covered in this listing using CMS Care Compare data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Washington Regional Hospice (CCN 041500) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/041500?state=AR.
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.