Embracing Hospice Care Of New Jersey
Wall, NJ · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 311556)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 96.87 — above state average)
Serves: 113 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (732) 974-2545 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Embracing Hospice Care Of New Jersey has a CAHPS family-caregiver star rating of 1 out of 5, with 69% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the New Jersey state average of 96.87.
Embracing Hospice Care Of New Jersey serves 113 ZIP codes from its office in Wall, New Jersey, in Monmouth County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Embracing Hospice Care Of New Jersey is Medicare-certified (CCN 311556), certified since June 27, 2003, so the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Embracing Hospice Care Of New Jersey is a for-profit hospice based in Wall, New Jersey, serving families in Monmouth County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since June 27, 2003 (CCN 311556).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice a star rating of 1 out of 5. Among respondents, 69% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 63% rated their overall experience a 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes are delivered, Embracing Hospice Care Of New Jersey scored 100.00, which is above the New Jersey state average of 96.87. CMS also reports a care index score of 7 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 8.5% of patients, per the published data.
The hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 113 ZIP codes.
As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies a terminal prognosis; this listing does not include cost information beyond that fact. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and may not reflect the most recent reporting period; families are encouraged to review the source data directly and contact the hospice with any questions. No services, staffing levels, or facilities beyond what is stated here should be assumed.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Embracing Hospice Care Of New Jersey is Medicare-certified (CCN 311556) as of June 27, 2003, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
CMS Care Compare reports a CAHPS star rating of 1 out of 5 for this hospice, with 69% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 63% rating their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure score is 100.00, which is above the New Jersey state average of 96.87, according to CMS data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Based in Wall, New Jersey (Monmouth County), this hospice's CMS-reported service area covers 113 ZIP codes.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 113 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Embracing Hospice Care Of New Jersey is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, and families can review its CAHPS scores and process measures alongside ownership when comparing hospices.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since June 27, 2003.
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 for patients who have stopped curative treatment and are focusing on comfort, typically with a prognosis of six months or less if the illness runs its usual course.
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 support for the patient and family.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided data does not specify care settings for this hospice; contact Embracing Hospice Care Of New Jersey at (732) 974-2545 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data does not include enrollment steps for this hospice; call (732) 974-2545 to ask directly, and confirm certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about CAHPS survey results, quality measure scores compared to the state average, services offered, and how visits are staffed near the end of life; you can review the published measures here and ask Embracing Hospice Care Of New Jersey at (732) 974-2545 for anything not listed.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Embracing Hospice Care Of New Jersey (CCN 311556) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/311556?state=NJ to confirm current certification and quality 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.