Advisacare Solutions Of Northern Michigan, Llc
Charlevoix, MI · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 231557)
CMS process measure: 56.63 (state average 97.27 — below state average)
Serves: 59 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (231) 547-6092 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS data shows 77% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 78% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, this hospice scored 56.63 compared with a Michigan state average of 97.27, placing it below the state average.
Advisacare Solutions Of Northern Michigan, LLC serves 59 ZIP codes from its Charlevoix, Michigan office in Charlevoix County.
Yes, Advisacare Solutions Of Northern Michigan, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 231557), certified since 1993. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Advisacare Solutions Of Northern Michigan, LLC is a non-profit hospice based in Charlevoix, Michigan, serving Charlevoix County and surrounding communities. It has been Medicare-certified since June 22, 1993.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 77% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 78% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can occur when survey response counts are small; this is not evidence of poor quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers a bundle of recommended care processes, this hospice scored 56.63, compared with a Michigan state average of 97.27 — placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 55.1% of patients received visits in the last days of life, per the CMS data provided.
This hospice's service area currently covers 59 ZIP codes, reflecting a fairly broad reach for the region it serves.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as supplied; families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Care Compare and to contact the hospice with specific questions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Advisacare Solutions Of Northern Michigan, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 231557), certified since June 22, 1993, 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 data provided, 77% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 78% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate star rating for this hospice in the data given.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
This hospice's composite process score is 56.63, compared with a Michigan state average of 97.27, placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and that 55.1% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice serves 59 ZIP codes from its office in Charlevoix, Michigan, in Charlevoix County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 59 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is organized as a non-profit. Ownership type does not directly determine quality of care, but it can affect how a hospice is governed and how any surplus revenue is used.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 22, 1993, according to CMS records.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness, alongside curative treatment, to manage symptoms and improve comfort. Hospice care is a specific form of palliative care focused 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 usual course.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness; it does not mean giving up all care, and patients can still receive treatment for unrelated conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify the settings where this hospice delivers care. Contact the hospice at (231) 547-6092 and verify current details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process. Contact the hospice directly at (231) 547-6092 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, how a hospice's quality scores compare to state averages, the size of the service area, and how care is coordinated; the CMS data above addresses several of these for this hospice, and additional questions can be directed to the hospice at (231) 547-6092.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up this hospice using its CMS Certification Number (231557) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/231557?state=MI to confirm current ratings and measures.
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.