Compassioncare Hospice Of Reno
Reno, NV · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 291550)
CMS process measure: 99.74 (state average 93.57 — above state average)
Serves: 41 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (775) 687-1530 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Compassioncare Hospice Of Reno an overall CAHPS rating of 2 stars, with 77% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.74 is above the Nevada state average of 93.57.
Compassioncare Hospice Of Reno serves 41 ZIP codes from its Reno, NV office in Washoe County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Compassioncare Hospice Of Reno is Medicare-certified, with CCN 291550, certified since December 23, 2016. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Compassioncare Hospice Of Reno is a for-profit hospice based in Reno, Nevada, serving families in Washoe County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since December 23, 2016 (CCN 291550).
According to CMS Care Compare survey data (CAHPS), family caregivers gave this hospice an overall rating of 2 stars. Among surveyed families, 77% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 79% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the experiences of caregivers who responded to the CMS survey and may be based on a limited number of respondents.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects the share of recommended care processes delivered, this hospice scored 99.74, which is above the Nevada state average of 93.57. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 78.8% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the most recent published data.
Compassioncare Hospice Of Reno serves 41 ZIP codes from its Reno office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond that are provided here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Compassioncare Hospice Of Reno is Medicare-certified (CCN 291550) since December 23, 2016, 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 this hospice an overall CAHPS rating of 2 stars; 77% said they would definitely recommend it, and 79% 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 score is 99.74, above the Nevada state average of 93.57, and CMS reports 78.8% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 41 ZIP codes from its Reno, NV office in Washoe County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 41 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 does not by itself determine quality, but CMS reports it as public information.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since December 23, 2016.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort for people with a life-limiting illness who have chosen to stop curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means focusing on comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness, but it does not mean giving up care or 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 (775) 687-1530 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Please contact the hospice at (775) 687-1530 to learn about the process, and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about caregiver survey ratings, quality measure scores compared to the state average, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact (775) 687-1530 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view official details for Compassioncare Hospice Of Reno at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/291550?state=NV.
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.