Elara Caring Xxiii
Ada, OK · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 371597)
CMS process measure: 99.72 (state average 93 — above state average)
Serves: 122 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (580) 322-8613 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Elara Caring XXIII holds a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 88% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.72 is above the Oklahoma state average of 93.00.
Elara Caring XXIII serves 122 ZIP codes from its office in Ada, Oklahoma, in Pontotoc County.
Yes, Elara Caring XXIII is Medicare-certified (CCN 371597, since 2001); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Elara Caring XXIII is a for-profit hospice based in Ada, Oklahoma, serving Pontotoc County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since May 25, 2001 (CCN 371597).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider a 4-star rating. Among those surveyed, 88% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 88% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the experiences of families who completed the survey and are published by CMS.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers a bundle of recommended care processes, Elara Caring XXIII scored 99.72, compared to the Oklahoma state average of 93.00 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 79.5% of patients, based on the most recent published data.
The hospice's service area, as listed with CMS, spans 122 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad reach from its Ada office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond this are available here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data as published; families are encouraged to confirm current details directly with the hospice or on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Elara Caring XXIII is Medicare-certified (CCN 371597) since May 25, 2001, 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 Care Compare data shows a 4-star CAHPS rating, with 88% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend the hospice and 88% 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 99.72, compared to the Oklahoma state average of 93.00, putting it above the state average. CMS also lists a care index score of 10 and notes visits occurred in the last days of life for 79.5% of patients.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, it serves 122 ZIP codes from its office in Ada, Oklahoma, in Pontotoc County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 122 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Elara Caring XXIII is listed as a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not directly determine quality of care; CMS quality measures and survey results are better indicators of experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since May 25, 2001.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Hospice care is for people with a terminal diagnosis who are no longer pursuing curative treatment, focusing on comfort; palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness.
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, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided data does not specify where care is delivered; please contact the hospice at (580) 322-8613 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; please contact Elara Caring XXIII at (580) 322-8613 to discuss starting care, and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey results, quality measure scores, service area, and how care is coordinated; you can also ask the hospice directly at (580) 322-8613 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view CMS's published data for Elara Caring XXIII at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/371597?state=OK.
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.