Elite Hospice
Springdale, AR · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 041538)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.84 — above state average)
Serves: 47 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (479) 751-3019 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Elite Hospice has a 3-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 79% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its composite process score of 100.00 is above the Arkansas state average of 97.84.
Elite Hospice serves 47 ZIP codes from its Springdale, Arkansas office in Washington County. Families can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific address falls within this service area.
Yes, Elite Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 041538, certified since 1994. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Elite Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Springdale, Arkansas, serving families in Washington County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since February 21, 1994, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice providers for over two decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Elite Hospice an overall rating of 3 stars. Of those surveyed, 79% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 80% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Elite Hospice scored 100.00, which is above the Arkansas state average of 97.84. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 71.9% of patients received visits in their final days of life, based on the most recent published data.
Elite Hospice's service area currently covers 47 ZIP codes from its Springdale office. As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost figures are included here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to confirm current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Elite Hospice?
Yes. Elite Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 041538) since February 21, 1994, 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 3-star overall caregiver rating, with 79% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend Elite 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?
Elite Hospice's composite process score is 100.00, which is above the Arkansas state average of 97.84. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and that 71.9% of patients received visits in their final days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Elite Hospice serves 47 ZIP codes from its Springdale, Arkansas office in Washington County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 47 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Elite Hospice is a for-profit organization. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS quality measures and caregiver survey results offer a more direct picture of performance.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Elite Hospice has been Medicare-certified since February 21, 1994.
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 are no longer pursuing 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 illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or attention — it is a different kind of care.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Elite Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (479) 751-3019 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact Elite Hospice directly at (479) 751-3019 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 measures compare to state averages, and the size of its service area — all of which are covered in this listing using CMS Care Compare data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Elite Hospice (CCN 041538) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/041538?state=AR to confirm current ratings and details.
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.