Aseracare Hospice
Norfolk, NE · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 281538)
CMS process measure: 99.03 (state average 97.56 — above state average)
Serves: 96 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (402) 379-4158 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Aseracare Hospice received a 3-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 86% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.03 is above the Nebraska state average of 97.56.
Aseracare Hospice serves 96 ZIP codes from its Norfolk, Nebraska office in Madison County.
Yes, Aseracare Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 281538, certified since 2005. 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 located in Norfolk, Nebraska, serving Madison County and the surrounding area. According to CMS Care Compare data, this hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 20, 2005.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, Aseracare Hospice received an overall rating of 3 stars. Among families surveyed, 86% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 83% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, Aseracare Hospice scored 99.03, which is above the Nebraska state average of 97.56. CMS also reports that 78.7% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life, based on the most recent published data.
Aseracare Hospice's service area, as listed on Care Compare, covers 96 ZIP codes from its Norfolk office.
All figures above come directly from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often the result of small patient sample sizes rather than any indication of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost or fee information is provided here. Families are encouraged to review the Care Compare listing directly and to contact the hospice with any questions about their specific circumstances.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Aseracare Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 281538) since July 20, 2005, 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, Aseracare Hospice received an overall rating of 3 stars, with 86% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 83% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Aseracare Hospice's composite process score is 99.03, which is above the Nebraska state average of 97.56.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Aseracare Hospice serves 96 ZIP codes from its Norfolk, Nebraska office in Madison County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 96 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 by itself indicate quality of care, but it is disclosed by CMS for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Aseracare Hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 20, 2005.
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 and quality of life when curative treatment is no longer being pursued, typically in the last months 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 all care, but rather choosing a different kind of care.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; please contact Aseracare Hospice at (402) 379-4158 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; please contact Aseracare Hospice at (402) 379-4158 for guidance on starting care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how quality measures compare to state averages, and the size of the service area — all of which are available for Aseracare Hospice on Medicare Care Compare; for other questions, contact the hospice directly at (402) 379-4158.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Aseracare Hospice's official CMS data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/281538?state=NE.
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.