Centracare Hospice
Waite Park, MN · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 241500)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.62 — above state average)
Serves: 67 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (320) 259-9375 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Centracare Hospice earned a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS survey, with 89% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Minnesota state average of 97.62.
Centracare Hospice serves 67 ZIP codes from its Waite Park, Minnesota office in Stearns County.
Yes, Centracare Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 241500, since 1984); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Centracare Hospice is a non-profit hospice based in Waite Park, Minnesota, serving families in Stearns County and beyond. It has been Medicare-certified since June 4, 1984 (CCN 241500), meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for decades of continuous operation.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data (CAHPS), family caregivers gave Centracare Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 89% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 86% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the direct experiences of families who used the hospice's services, as reported to CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which tracks whether recommended care processes were delivered, Centracare Hospice scored 100.00, which is above the Minnesota state average of 97.62. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 88.6% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the most recent published Care Compare data.
Centracare Hospice's service area covers 67 ZIP codes from its Waite Park office, reflecting a broad geographic reach for a hospice of this kind. As a non-profit organization, any surplus revenue is intended to be reinvested in the organization's mission rather than distributed to owners.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Centracare Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 241500) since June 4, 1984, 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?
Families gave Centracare Hospice a 4-star CAHPS rating, with 89% saying they would definitely recommend it and 86% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 100.00, above the Minnesota state average of 97.62, and CMS reports a care index score of 10 with 88.6% of patients receiving visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Centracare Hospice serves 67 ZIP codes from its Waite Park, Minnesota office in Stearns County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 67 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Centracare Hospice is a non-profit organization; ownership type can affect how revenue is used, but it does not directly determine quality of care, which is best judged through CMS survey and quality measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since June 4, 1984.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment to ease symptoms, while hospice care focuses on comfort for people who have stopped curative treatment and are generally 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, support, or dignity.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided; please contact Centracare Hospice at (320) 259-9375 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact Centracare Hospice at (320) 259-9375 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, CMS quality scores, service area, and how care is delivered; you can review Centracare Hospice's published figures above and contact them directly at (320) 259-9375 for further specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Centracare Hospice (CCN 241500) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/241500?state=MN to confirm current ratings and measures.
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.