Compassionate Care Hospice Of Ohio Llc
Akron, OH · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 361669)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.03 — above state average)
Serves: 105 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (330) 666-5242 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS survey data shows 71% of family caregivers would definitely recommend this hospice, and its composite process measure score of 100.00 is above the Ohio state average of 97.03. CMS has not published a separate overall star rating for this hospice in the data available here.
Compassionate Care Hospice Of Ohio serves 105 ZIP codes from its Akron, Ohio office in Summit County.
Yes, Compassionate Care Hospice Of Ohio LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 361669, since 2012); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Compassionate Care Hospice Of Ohio LLC is a Medicare-certified hospice in Akron, Ohio, serving Summit County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since September 12, 2012, and is classified under 'Other' ownership type according to CMS Care Compare records.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, 71% of respondents said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 77% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS did not publish a specific overall star rating for this hospice in the data available here, which can happen with smaller survey samples and should not be read as a sign of poor quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, this hospice scored 100.00, compared to a state average of 97.03 in Ohio — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 83.3% of patients received visits in the final days of life, based on the data provided.
This hospice's service area covers 105 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad reach from its Akron office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients whose doctor certifies eligibility. No cost details beyond this are included here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as provided; families are encouraged to verify current details directly with CMS Care Compare and the hospice itself.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, this hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 361669, certified since September 2012), 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, 71% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 77% rated 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 measure score is 100.00, which is above the Ohio state average of 97.03, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice serves 105 ZIP codes from its Akron, Ohio office in Summit County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 105 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists its ownership type as 'Other.' Ownership type can inform financial structure, but CMS quality measures like the CAHPS survey and composite process score are separate indicators worth reviewing on their own.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since September 12, 2012.
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 a life-limiting illness and are no longer pursuing curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness, but it does not mean giving up on care and support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact the hospice at (330) 666-5242 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; please contact the hospice directly at (330) 666-5242 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how care needs are met in the final days of life, service area coverage, and how to verify current quality data on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up this hospice using CCN 361669 at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/361669?state=OH.
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.