Elara Caring Xi
Sallisaw, OK · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 371560)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 93 — above state average)
Serves: 69 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (918) 775-9500 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Elara Caring Xi has a 3-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 84% of surveyed families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Oklahoma state average of 93.00.
Elara Caring Xi serves 69 ZIP codes from its office in Sallisaw, Oklahoma, in Sequoyah County. Families in and around that service area can contact the hospice to confirm whether their specific location is included.
Yes, Elara Caring Xi is Medicare-certified, with CCN 371560, certified since 1998. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies that eligibility.
About this hospice
Elara Caring Xi is a for-profit hospice based in Sallisaw, Oklahoma, serving families in Sequoyah County and surrounding areas. According to CMS Care Compare data, the hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 11, 1998.
In the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey, which asks family caregivers about their experience, Elara Caring Xi received an overall rating of 3 stars. Among those surveyed, 84% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 80% rated their overall experience a 9 or 10 out of 10.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of core care processes, Elara Caring Xi scored 100.00, compared to the Oklahoma state average of 93.00 — placing it above the state average. CMS data also show that 63.7% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which often happens simply because of small patient counts rather than any reflection of care quality.
Elara Caring Xi's service area covers 69 ZIP codes from its Sallisaw office. As a Medicare-certified hospice, care here is covered under the Medicare hospice benefit for eligible patients when a physician certifies that eligibility.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare and by calling the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Elara Caring Xi is Medicare-certified (CCN 371560), certified since June 11, 1998, 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, Elara Caring Xi received a 3-star family caregiver rating, with 84% of respondents saying they would definitely recommend the hospice and 80% 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 the Oklahoma state average of 93.00, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Elara Caring Xi serves 69 ZIP codes from its office in Sallisaw, Oklahoma, in Sequoyah County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 69 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Elara Caring Xi is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type doesn't directly indicate quality of care; CMS quality measures and CAHPS survey results are better indicators.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since June 11, 1998, according to CMS records.
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 people with a life-limiting illness who are no longer pursuing 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 curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided doesn't specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Elara Caring Xi at (918) 775-9500 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact Elara Caring Xi directly at (918) 775-9500 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Consider asking about CAHPS survey results, CMS quality measures, service area, and how care is coordinated; you can review Elara Caring Xi's published figures on Medicare Care Compare and ask the hospice directly at (918) 775-9500.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Elara Caring Xi (CCN 371560) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/371560?state=OK to review its current published data.
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.