Compassus - Greater Maine
Scarborough, ME · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 201519)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 98.69 — above state average)
Serves: 66 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (207) 761-6967 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Compassus - Greater Maine holds a 5-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 88% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Maine state average of 98.69.
Compassus - Greater Maine serves 66 ZIP codes from its Scarborough, Maine office in Cumberland County.
Yes, Compassus - Greater Maine is Medicare-certified (CCN 201519, since 2007); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Compassus - Greater Maine is a for-profit hospice based in Scarborough, Maine, serving families in Cumberland County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since June 27, 2007 (CCN 201519).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who completed the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider a 5-star rating. Among those surveyed, 88% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 84% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family caregivers of patients who received care here, as published by CMS.
On the CMS composite process measure, which tracks whether recommended care processes were delivered, this hospice scored 100.00, compared to a Maine state average of 98.69 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and that visits occurred in the last days of life for 85.0% of patients, based on the most recent published Care Compare data.
Compassus - Greater Maine reports serving 66 ZIP codes from its Scarborough office, indicating a fairly broad service area across the region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. No cost information is provided here beyond that. Families are encouraged to verify all figures directly on Medicare Care Compare, as data vintage and details may be updated over time.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Compassus - Greater Maine is Medicare-certified (CCN 201519), certified since June 27, 2007. 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?
This hospice holds a 5-star CAHPS rating, with 88% of surveyed family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 84% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 100.00, compared to a Maine state average of 98.69, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 66 ZIP codes from its Scarborough, Maine office in Cumberland County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 66 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Compassus - Greater Maine is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not directly determine quality; CMS quality measures and CAHPS survey results are the best published indicators of care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since June 27, 2007.
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 specifically for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor believes life expectancy is 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 underlying illness; it does not mean giving up care, support, or medical attention.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact the hospice at (207) 761-6967 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care, contact the hospice directly at (207) 761-6967 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about services offered, care settings, staffing, and how the hospice supports patients and caregivers; contact Compassus - Greater Maine at (207) 761-6967 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Compassus - Greater Maine on Medicare Care Compare at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/201519?state=ME.
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.