Denver Hospice The
Denver, CO · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 061504)
CMS process measure: 99.69 (state average 96.4 — above state average)
Serves: 138 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (303) 321-2828 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Denver Hospice The received a 3-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 84% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process quality score of 99.69 is above the Colorado state average of 96.40.
Denver Hospice The serves 138 ZIP codes from its Denver, CO office in Denver County. Families can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific address falls within this service area.
Yes, Denver Hospice The is Medicare-certified (CCN 061504, since 1984); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Denver Hospice The is a non-profit hospice based in Denver, Colorado, serving Denver County and surrounding communities. It has been Medicare-certified since July 17, 1984, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care for decades.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data (CAHPS), family caregivers gave this hospice an overall rating of 3 stars. Among those surveyed, 84% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 81% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, Denver Hospice The scored 99.69, which is above the Colorado state average of 96.40. This composite reflects how consistently the hospice completed a bundle of recommended care processes. CMS also reports a care index score of 10, and notes that 50.8% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the most recently published CMS data.
The hospice's service area, as reported to CMS, spans 138 ZIP codes from its Denver office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no additional cost information is provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent published vintage available; families should confirm current details directly with the hospice or on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Denver Hospice The is Medicare-certified (CCN 061504) and has been since July 17, 1984. 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?
Family caregivers gave this hospice a 3-star rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 84% saying they would definitely recommend it and 81% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
This hospice's CMS composite process score is 99.69, which is above the Colorado state average of 96.40.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, this hospice serves 138 ZIP codes from its Denver, Colorado office in Denver County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 138 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Denver Hospice The is a non-profit organization; ownership type can affect how a hospice reinvests revenue, but CMS quality measures apply regardless of ownership structure.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 17, 1984.
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 focuses on comfort for those with a life-limiting illness who have generally stopped curative treatment; both prioritize comfort and quality of life.
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, but patients can still receive treatment for pain, symptoms, and other conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where Denver Hospice The provides care; please contact the hospice at (303) 321-2828 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The available data does not describe the intake process; please contact Denver Hospice The at (303) 321-2828 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how a hospice's quality scores compare to state averages, and its service area — all of which are covered above; for additional questions, contact the hospice at (303) 321-2828.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Denver Hospice The directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/061504?state=CO to confirm current CMS-reported ratings and measures.
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.