Compassus - Greater Denver
Denver, CO · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 061558)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 96.4 — above state average)
Serves: 114 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (720) 200-1036 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Compassus - Greater Denver has a CAHPS family caregiver rating of 2 stars, with 79% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 100.00, above the Colorado state average of 96.40.
Compassus - Greater Denver serves 114 ZIP codes from its Denver, Colorado office in Jefferson County.
Yes, Compassus - Greater Denver is Medicare-certified (CCN 061558, since 2006); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Compassus - Greater Denver is a for-profit hospice provider based in Denver, Colorado, serving families in Jefferson County and beyond. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since March 14, 2006 (CCN 061558).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider an overall rating of 2 stars. Among respondents, 79% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 77% 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, compared to a Colorado state average of 96.40 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 74.4% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life, based on the published data.
Compassus - Greater Denver's service area, as listed on Care Compare, spans 114 ZIP codes, indicating a broad reach across the greater Denver region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no additional cost information is provided here. All figures in this profile come directly from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recently published survey and measure vintage available for this hospice. Where a measure is not mentioned above, CMS has not published it for this provider, which is often related to small patient survey counts rather than an indicator of poor quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Compassus - Greater Denver is Medicare-certified (CCN 061558) as of March 14, 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?
CMS's CAHPS Hospice Survey data shows a 2-star overall rating, with 79% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 77% 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, compared to a Colorado state average of 96.40, placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and that 74.4% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to Care Compare, this hospice serves 114 ZIP codes from its Denver, Colorado location in Jefferson County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 114 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Compassus - Greater Denver is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS quality measures and caregiver survey results are better indicators to review.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 14, 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 for people who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor believes life expectancy is limited.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided CMS data does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Compassus - Greater Denver at (720) 200-1036 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin the process, contact Compassus - Greater Denver directly at (720) 200-1036 to discuss eligibility and next steps, and confirm details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how a hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, and its service area coverage — all of which are reported above from CMS data; for questions about staffing or specific services, contact the hospice directly at (720) 200-1036.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view CMS's official data for Compassus - Greater Denver at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/061558?state=CO.
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.