First State Hospice Care Inc
Saginaw, MI · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 231634)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.27 — above state average)
Serves: 52 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (989) 771-2100 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said 85% would definitely recommend First State Hospice Care, and 91% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 100.00, above the Michigan state average of 97.27.
First State Hospice Care serves 52 ZIP codes from its Saginaw, Michigan office in Saginaw County, according to CMS data.
Yes, First State Hospice Care Inc is Medicare-certified, with CCN 231634, certified since November 10, 2014. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
First State Hospice Care Inc is a for-profit hospice based in Saginaw, Michigan, serving Saginaw County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since November 10, 2014 (CCN 231634).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 85% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 91% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a distinct overall CAHPS star rating figure in this dataset beyond these percentages, so no separate star value is stated here.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, First State Hospice Care scored 100.00, compared to the Michigan state average of 97.27 — placing it above the state average. CMS data also show that 92.4% of patients received visits during the last days of life, a period when hands-on support is especially important. A care index score of 9 is also reported by CMS for this hospice.
First State Hospice Care's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 52 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and should be verified directly for the most current information, as CMS updates this data periodically.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. First State Hospice Care Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 231634) since November 10, 2014, 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, 85% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 91% rated 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 100.00, compared to the Michigan state average of 97.27 — above the state average. CMS data also show 92.4% of patients received visits during the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, it serves 52 ZIP codes from its Saginaw, Michigan office in Saginaw County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 52 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
First State Hospice Care Inc is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality; CMS quality measures like the CAHPS survey and composite scores offer more direct insight.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since November 10, 2014.
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 who have stopped curative treatment and typically have a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting focus 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?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided. Please contact First State Hospice Care Inc at (989) 771-2100 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
This information isn't included in the CMS data available. Contact First State Hospice Care Inc at (989) 771-2100 to learn how to begin care, and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver recommendation rates, how a hospice performs on CMS quality measures, its service area, and how long it has been certified — all of which are reported here from CMS data for First State Hospice Care Inc.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view First State Hospice Care Inc's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/231634?state=MI.
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.