Dignity Hospice Of Colorado, Llc
Thornton, CO · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 061578)
CMS process measure: 92.24 (state average 96.4 — below state average)
Serves: 115 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (720) 222-3315 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Dignity Hospice Of Colorado holds a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 91% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 92.24 compared to the Colorado state average of 96.40, placing it below the state average on that measure.
Dignity Hospice Of Colorado serves 115 ZIP codes from its office in Thornton, Colorado, in Adams County.
Yes, Dignity Hospice Of Colorado is Medicare-certified (CCN 061578, since 2012); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Dignity Hospice Of Colorado, LLC is a for-profit hospice based in Thornton, Colorado, serving families in Adams County and the surrounding area. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since October 16, 2012 (CCN 061578).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider a 4-star rating. Of those surveyed, 91% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the experiences of caregivers who chose to respond to the survey and are reported by CMS as a measure of family experience, not a comprehensive audit of every patient's care.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered, Dignity Hospice Of Colorado scored 92.24, compared to a Colorado state average of 96.40 — placing this hospice below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports that visits occurred in the last days of life for 73.2% of applicable patients.
The hospice's service area, as reported to CMS, spans 115 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost details beyond this are included here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent published vintage available; families are encouraged to confirm current figures directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Dignity Hospice Of Colorado is Medicare-certified (CCN 061578) since October 16, 2012, 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, this hospice received a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 91% saying they would definitely recommend it and 85% 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 92.24, compared to a Colorado state average of 96.40, placing it below the state average on this CMS measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data shows this hospice, based in Thornton, Colorado (Adams County), serves 115 ZIP codes.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 115 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Dignity Hospice Of Colorado is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality; CMS quality and survey measures are the more direct indicators.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since October 16, 2012.
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 with a life-limiting illness who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness; it does not mean giving up all care, and patients can still receive treatment for unrelated conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Dignity Hospice Of Colorado at (720) 222-3315 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin care, contact Dignity Hospice Of Colorado directly at (720) 222-3315 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how care processes compare to state averages, service area coverage, and how to start care — all of which you can review here or confirm by calling (720) 222-3315.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Dignity Hospice Of Colorado using CCN 061578 at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/061578?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.