Aseracare Hospice
Kearney, NE · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 281543)
CMS process measure: 99.38 (state average 97.56 — above state average)
Serves: 74 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (308) 698-0580 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Aseracare Hospice a 4-star CAHPS rating, with 86% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 99.38, above the Nebraska state average of 97.56.
Aseracare Hospice serves 74 ZIP codes from its Kearney, Nebraska office in Buffalo County.
Yes, Aseracare Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 281543, certified since 2010; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Aseracare Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Kearney, Nebraska, serving families in Buffalo County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since July 8, 2010 (CCN 281543).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Aseracare Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Of those surveyed, 86% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 83% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences of caregivers who completed the survey and may not represent every family served.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, Aseracare Hospice scored 99.38, which is above the Nebraska state average of 97.56. This composite measure reflects how consistently the hospice completed a set of recommended care processes. CMS also reports a care index score of 10, and that 87.0% of patients received visits during the last days of life, per the published data.
Aseracare Hospice's office serves 74 ZIP codes, indicating a fairly broad service area from its Kearney location.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published by Medicare; specific vintage dates are available on the Care Compare website. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. This profile does not include costs, staffing details, or services beyond what CMS has published, and it should not be treated as a complete picture of the hospice's care.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Aseracare Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 281543) since July 8, 2010, 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 Aseracare Hospice a 4-star CAHPS rating, with 86% saying they would definitely recommend it and 83% rating their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Aseracare Hospice scored 99.38 on CMS's composite process measure, above the Nebraska state average of 97.56.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice serves 74 ZIP codes from its Kearney, Nebraska office in Buffalo County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 74 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Aseracare Hospice is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not directly determine quality, but CMS publishes it so families can review the full picture, including the quality measures above.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Aseracare Hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 8, 2010.
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 who have stopped curative treatment and are typically expected to have a limited life expectancy.
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 or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; contact Aseracare Hospice at (308) 698-0580 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; contact Aseracare Hospice at (308) 698-0580 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measure performance, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact Aseracare Hospice at (308) 698-0580 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Aseracare Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/281543?state=NE to confirm 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.