Apex Hospice And Palliative Care, Inc
Westmont, IL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 141645)
CMS process measure: 85.55 (state average 96.22 — below state average)
Serves: 163 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (630) 601-1280 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Apex Hospice And Palliative Care has a 2-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 72% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 85.55, below the Illinois state average of 96.22.
Apex Hospice And Palliative Care serves 163 ZIP codes from its Westmont, Illinois office in Dupage County.
Yes, Apex Hospice And Palliative Care, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 141645), certified since June 7, 2012, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Apex Hospice And Palliative Care, Inc is a for-profit hospice based in Westmont, Illinois, serving families in Dupage County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since June 7, 2012 (CCN 141645).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice a 2-star rating. Among those surveyed, 72% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 68% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of recommended care processes, Apex Hospice scored 85.55, compared to the Illinois state average of 96.22 — placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and notes that 44.5% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the data submitted.
Apex Hospice And Palliative Care reports serving 163 ZIP codes from its Westmont office, reflecting a broad service area in the region.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as reported to Medicare; families should check the Care Compare website directly for the most current figures. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. This profile does not describe specific staff, facilities, or additional services, as CMS does not publish those details in this dataset.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Apex Hospice And Palliative Care, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 141645) since June 7, 2012, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
CMS's CAHPS survey data shows a 2-star family caregiver rating, with 72% saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 68% 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 85.55, which is below the Illinois state average of 96.22, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Apex Hospice And Palliative Care reports serving 163 ZIP codes from its Westmont, Illinois office in Dupage County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 163 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type doesn't determine quality on its own; it's one factor among the CMS survey and quality data available.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since June 7, 2012.
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 patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor estimates a life expectancy 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 an illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided doesn't specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Apex Hospice And Palliative Care at (630) 601-1280 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care with this hospice, contact Apex Hospice And Palliative Care at (630) 601-1280 and verify current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how quickly a hospice responds to needs, and how care is coordinated; you can review this hospice's published CMS figures and ask staff directly at (630) 601-1280.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Apex Hospice And Palliative Care, Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/141645?state=IL to see its current CMS-reported 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.