Compassionate Care Hospice
Newport, DE · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 081504)
CMS process measure: 98.25 (state average 99.16 — at state average)
Serves: 23 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (302) 993-9090 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Compassionate Care Hospice has a 3-star family caregiver rating, with 86% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 98.25, which is at the Delaware state average of 99.16.
Compassionate Care Hospice serves 23 ZIP codes from its Newport, Delaware office in New Castle County.
Yes, Compassionate Care Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 081504, since 1994); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Compassionate Care Hospice is a for-profit hospice serving families from Newport, Delaware, in New Castle County. According to CMS Care Compare data, the hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 2, 1994 (CCN 081504), meaning it has provided hospice services under Medicare oversight for decades.
In the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey of family caregivers, Compassionate Care Hospice received an overall rating of 3 stars. Among caregivers surveyed, 86% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 83% rated the hospice 9 or 10 out of 10 overall. These figures reflect the experiences reported by families of patients who received care.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were followed, Compassionate Care Hospice scored 98.25, which CMS classifies as at the state average of 99.16 for Delaware. CMS also reports a care index score of 10, and that 84.7% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, according to the published data.
Compassionate Care Hospice serves 23 ZIP codes from its Newport office. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families should confirm current details directly with CMS. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies that eligibility exists. No cost details beyond this are provided here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Compassionate Care Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 081504) since June 2, 1994, 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, Compassionate Care Hospice received a 3-star rating, with 86% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 83% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure score is 98.25, which CMS rates as at the state average for Delaware (99.16).
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Compassionate Care Hospice serves 23 ZIP codes from its Newport, Delaware office in New Castle County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 23 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Compassionate Care Hospice is a for-profit organization; ownership type does not directly determine quality, but it is one factor families sometimes consider.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since June 2, 1994.
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 patients who have chosen to stop curative treatment, typically when a doctor estimates a life expectancy of six months or less.
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 illness; it does not mean giving up on care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This detail is not included in the CMS data provided; please contact Compassionate Care Hospice at (302) 993-9090 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The CMS data does not describe intake steps; please contact Compassionate Care Hospice at (302) 993-9090 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality measure scores, service area, and how care needs are met; contact Compassionate Care Hospice at (302) 993-9090 for specifics not covered here.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Compassionate Care Hospice (CCN 081504) at medicare.gov/care-compare using the listed URL to confirm current ratings and details.
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.