Brighton Hospice Wisconsin
Brookfield, WI · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 521603)
CMS process measure: 98.67 (state average 96.57 — above state average)
Serves: 87 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (262) 794-3980 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Brighton Hospice Wisconsin received a 4-star CAHPS rating from family caregivers, with 85% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.67 is above the Wisconsin state average of 96.57.
Brighton Hospice Wisconsin serves 87 ZIP codes from its Brookfield, Wisconsin office in Waukesha County. Families should confirm their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Brighton Hospice Wisconsin is Medicare-certified (CCN 521603, since 2019). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Brighton Hospice Wisconsin is a non-profit hospice based in Brookfield, Wisconsin, serving Waukesha County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since July 10, 2019 (CCN 521603).
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, family caregivers gave Brighton Hospice Wisconsin a 4-star CAHPS rating. Among caregivers surveyed, 85% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 85% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, Brighton Hospice Wisconsin scored 98.67, which is above the Wisconsin state average of 96.57. CMS also reports a care index score of 10, and that 58.0% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the data CMS has published.
Brighton Hospice Wisconsin's service area covers 87 ZIP codes from its Brookfield office. Where any measure is not listed here, it is because CMS has not published it for this hospice, which often happens when patient counts are too small for reliable reporting — this does not indicate poor quality.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families should confirm current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare before making care decisions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Brighton Hospice Wisconsin is Medicare-certified under CCN 521603, effective July 10, 2019, 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 gives Brighton Hospice Wisconsin a 4-star rating, with 85% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 85% 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 98.67, above the Wisconsin state average of 96.57.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Brighton Hospice Wisconsin serves 87 ZIP codes from its Brookfield, Waukesha County office.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 87 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a non-profit hospice; ownership type can affect organizational priorities, but CMS quality data should be reviewed alongside ownership when comparing hospices.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since July 10, 2019.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort when curative treatment is no longer pursued, typically for those with a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No; hospice shifts the focus from curative treatment to comfort, symptom management, and quality of life, and patients can discuss their care goals with their medical team at any time.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify care settings for Brighton Hospice Wisconsin; please contact the hospice at (262) 794-3980 or check Medicare Care Compare to confirm.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin care, contact Brighton Hospice Wisconsin directly at (262) 794-3980 for their intake process and eligibility requirements.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Consider asking about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures, service area, staffing, and how care needs would be met — Brighton Hospice Wisconsin can be reached at (262) 794-3980 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Brighton Hospice Wisconsin's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/521603?state=WI.
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.