Compassus - Greater Connecticut
Milford, CT · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 071536)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 96.43 — above state average)
Serves: 129 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (203) 301-0489 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Compassus - Greater Connecticut an overall CAHPS rating of 2 stars, with 82% saying they would definitely recommend the hospice. On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, the hospice scored 100.00, above the Connecticut state average of 96.43.
Compassus - Greater Connecticut serves 129 ZIP codes from its office in Milford, Connecticut, in Fairfield County.
Yes, Compassus - Greater Connecticut is Medicare-certified, with CCN 071536, certified since 2006. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Compassus - Greater Connecticut is a for-profit hospice based in Milford, Connecticut, serving families in Fairfield County and the surrounding region. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since September 15, 2006, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 071536.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 2 stars. Among respondents, 82% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 74% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, which reflects how consistently the hospice delivered a bundle of recommended care processes, this hospice scored 100.00, which is above the Connecticut state average of 96.43. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 68.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the most recently published CMS data vintage.
Compassus - Greater Connecticut reports serving 129 ZIP codes from its Milford, Connecticut location, reflecting a broad service area.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries whose physicians certify a qualifying diagnosis; no additional cost information is provided here. All figures in this profile come directly from CMS Care Compare data and may be updated periodically by CMS. Families are encouraged to 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. Compassus - Greater Connecticut is Medicare-certified (CCN 071536) since September 15, 2006, 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, this hospice received an overall rating of 2 stars, with 82% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 74% 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-of-care score is 100.00, which is above the Connecticut state average of 96.43, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice reports serving 129 ZIP codes from its Milford, Connecticut office in Fairfield County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 129 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Compassus - Greater Connecticut is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care, but CMS reports it for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since September 15, 2006.
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 is generally for patients with a life-limiting illness who are no longer pursuing curative treatment and are focused on comfort.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curative treatment; it is not about giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Compassus - Greater Connecticut at (203) 301-0489 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, please contact the hospice directly at (203) 301-0489 and verify current information 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 is coordinated; you can review this hospice's CMS Care Compare data and confirm remaining details by calling (203) 301-0489.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Compassus - Greater Connecticut using CCN 071536 at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/071536?state=CT.
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.