Desert Valley Hospice Llc
Phoenix, AZ · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 031696)
CMS process measure: 96.76 (state average 94.29 — above state average)
Serves: 83 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (602) 999-0960 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Desert Valley Hospice has a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 88% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 96.76 is above the Arizona state average of 94.29.
Desert Valley Hospice serves 83 ZIP codes from its Phoenix, Arizona office in Maricopa County.
Yes, Desert Valley Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 031696, since 2019); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Desert Valley Hospice LLC is a for-profit hospice based in Phoenix, Arizona, serving Maricopa County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since June 21, 2019 (CCN 031696).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Desert Valley Hospice a 4-star rating. Among survey respondents, 88% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 87% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects the consistency of core hospice care processes, Desert Valley Hospice scored 96.76, which is above the Arizona state average of 94.29. CMS also reports a care index score of 9, and indicates that 57.5% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life. Where any measure is not mentioned here, it means CMS has not published that figure for this hospice, often due to small patient counts, and should not be read as a sign of poor quality.
Desert Valley Hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, covers 83 ZIP codes. 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. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare and with the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Desert Valley Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 031696) since June 21, 2019. 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 Hospice Survey, Desert Valley Hospice received a 4-star rating, with 88% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 87% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Desert Valley Hospice's composite process score is 96.76, which is above the Arizona state average of 94.29, according to CMS Care Compare.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data shows Desert Valley Hospice serves 83 ZIP codes from its Phoenix, Arizona office in Maricopa County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 83 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Desert Valley Hospice is organized as a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care, but it is one factor families sometimes consider alongside CMS quality measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Desert Valley Hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 21, 2019.
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 patients who have chosen to stop curative treatment and are typically expected to have a limited life expectancy.
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 on care, symptom management, or emotional support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify care settings for Desert Valley Hospice; please contact the hospice at (602) 999-0960 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data available does not describe the intake process; please contact Desert Valley Hospice directly at (602) 999-0960 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how care needs are met, and how the hospice communicates with families; you can review Desert Valley Hospice's published CMS figures and also contact them at (602) 999-0960 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Desert Valley Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/031696?state=AZ to see its current CMS-published 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.