Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of Pinellas C
Clearwater, FL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 101559)
CMS process measure: 96.57 (state average 97.19 — at state average)
Serves: 103 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (727) 270-9800 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave this hospice a 3-star CAHPS rating, with 80% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 96.57 is about at the Florida state average of 97.19.
Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of Pinellas C serves 103 ZIP codes from its Clearwater, Florida office in Pinellas County.
Yes, Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of Pinellas C is Medicare-certified (CCN 101559, since 2018); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care Of Pinellas C is a Medicare-certified hospice located in Clearwater, Florida, serving Pinellas County and the surrounding area. According to CMS Care Compare data, this hospice is classified under an "Other" ownership type and has been Medicare-certified since August 11, 2018.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, this hospice received an overall rating of 3 stars. Among caregivers surveyed, 80% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 80% rated their overall experience of care between 9 and 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, this hospice scored 96.57, compared to a Florida state average of 97.19 — placing it at the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 59.7% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life, based on the most recent published data.
This hospice reports serving 103 ZIP codes from its Clearwater office, indicating a fairly broad service area within the region.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published by Medicare; families should confirm current details directly. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients, as certified by a physician. No cost information beyond this is provided here, and no staffing, facility, or service details beyond what CMS publishes have been included.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. This hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 101559) since August 11, 2018, 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 received a 3-star rating, with 80% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 80% 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 composite process score is 96.57, compared to the Florida state average of 97.19, putting it at the state average according to CMS.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice reports serving 103 ZIP codes from its Clearwater, Florida location in Pinellas County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 103 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists this hospice's ownership type as "Other." Ownership type alone does not determine quality of care; the CAHPS survey results and process measures are more direct indicators.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 11, 2018.
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 life-limiting illness who have typically stopped curative treatment. Both aim to manage symptoms and support quality of life.
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, medical attention, or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; please contact them at (727) 270-9800 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact this hospice directly at (727) 270-9800 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how a hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, and the size of its service area — all of which are reported on Medicare Care Compare for this hospice.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up this hospice using CCN 101559 at medicare.gov/care-compare, or visit https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/101559?state=FL directly.
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.