Compassus - Greater Manchester
Bedford, NH · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 301528)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 95.91 — above state average)
Serves: 85 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (603) 606-7974 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Compassus - Greater Manchester received 3 stars from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 77% saying they would definitely recommend the hospice. Its composite process measure score of 100.00 is above the New Hampshire state average of 95.91.
Compassus - Greater Manchester serves 85 ZIP codes from its Bedford, New Hampshire office in Hillsborough County.
Yes, Compassus - Greater Manchester is Medicare-certified (CCN 301528, since 2007); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Compassus - Greater Manchester is a Medicare-certified hospice based in Bedford, New Hampshire, serving families in Hillsborough County and surrounding areas. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since September 21, 2007, and is classified by CMS as an 'Other' ownership type.
According to CMS Care Compare CAHPS survey data, family caregivers gave this hospice an overall rating of 3 stars. Among surveyed caregivers, 77% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 77% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Compassus - Greater Manchester scored 100.00, which is above the New Hampshire state average of 95.91. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and notes that 75.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life, per the data provided.
Compassus - Greater Manchester's service area includes 85 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad reach from its Bedford office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data as supplied; where a measure is not listed here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often related to small patient survey counts and does not indicate poor quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Compassus - Greater Manchester is Medicare-certified (CCN 301528) since September 21, 2007, 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 survey gives this hospice an overall rating of 3 stars, with 77% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it 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 score is 100.00, which is above the New Hampshire state average of 95.91, according to CMS Care Compare.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice serves 85 ZIP codes from its Bedford, New Hampshire office in Hillsborough County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 85 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists this hospice's ownership type as 'Other.' Ownership type is one of several factors families may consider, but CMS quality data reflects performance regardless of ownership structure.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since September 21, 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 generally for patients who have stopped curative treatment and are expected to have six months or less to live, focusing on comfort and quality of life.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting focus from curative treatment to comfort-focused care; it does not mean giving up on care itself, and patients can typically leave hospice if their situation changes.
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 Manchester at (603) 606-7974 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact Compassus - Greater Manchester directly at (603) 606-7974 and confirm details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, quality measure scores, service area, and how care needs are met; contact the hospice at (603) 606-7974 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify this hospice's certification and quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/301528?state=NH.
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.