Beacon Hospice, An Amedisys Company
Leominster, MA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 221580)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 95.51 — above state average)
Serves: 80 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (978) 466-7890 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Beacon Hospice a CAHPS rating of 2 stars, with 79% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, the hospice scored 100.00, above the Massachusetts state average of 95.51.
Beacon Hospice, An Amedisys Company serves 80 ZIP codes from its Leominster, MA office in Worcester County.
Yes, Beacon Hospice, An Amedisys Company is Medicare-certified (CCN 221580), certified since January 8, 2008; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Beacon Hospice, An Amedisys Company, is a for-profit hospice based in Leominster, Massachusetts, serving families in Worcester County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since January 8, 2008 (CCN 221580).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 2 stars. Among respondents, 79% said they would definitely recommend the hospice to others, and 77% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which tracks whether recommended care processes were consistently delivered, this hospice scored 100.00, compared to a Massachusetts state average of 95.51 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10, and that 81.2% of patients received visits in the final days of life, based on published Care Compare data.
Beacon Hospice reports serving 80 ZIP codes from its Leominster office. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published; where a measure is not listed here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient counts rather than any indication of quality.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. No cost or coverage details beyond that are provided here — families should confirm specifics directly with the hospice or Medicare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Beacon Hospice, An Amedisys Company is Medicare-certified (CCN 221580) since January 8, 2008, 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?
CMS's CAHPS survey data shows a 2-star overall rating, with 79% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend the hospice and 77% 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 100.00, compared to the Massachusetts state average of 95.51 — above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Beacon Hospice serves 80 ZIP codes from its Leominster, Worcester County office.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 80 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, but CMS reports it alongside quality measures so families can consider it.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since January 8, 2008.
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 no longer pursuing curative treatment, typically with a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting focus from curative treatment to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care, support, or medical attention.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This isn't specified in the CMS data provided; please contact Beacon Hospice at (978) 466-7890 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided doesn't cover intake steps; please contact Beacon Hospice at (978) 466-7890 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey ratings, quality measure scores compared to the state average, and the ZIP codes served — all of which are covered here for this hospice using CMS Care Compare data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Beacon Hospice, An Amedisys Company (CCN 221580) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/221580?state=MA.
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.