Franciscan Hospice Care
Indianapolis, IN · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 151523)
CMS process measure: 97.87 (state average 97.51 — at state average)
Serves: 60 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (317) 528-2092 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Franciscan Hospice Care has a 4-star family caregiver rating on CMS's CAHPS survey, with 92% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 97.87 is at the Indiana state average of 97.51.
Franciscan Hospice Care serves 60 ZIP codes from its Indianapolis, Indiana office in Marion County. Families can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether a specific address falls within its service area.
Yes, Franciscan Hospice Care is Medicare-certified, with CCN 151523, certified since 1993. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Franciscan Hospice Care is a for-profit hospice serving Indianapolis, Indiana and the surrounding area in Marion County. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 27, 1993, under CCN 151523.
According to CMS Care Compare data (CAHPS family caregiver survey), Franciscan Hospice Care earned an overall rating of 4 stars. Among family caregivers surveyed, 92% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 87% rated the hospice 9 or 10 out of 10 overall. These figures reflect the experience of caregivers who responded to the CMS survey and are published as part of CMS's public reporting.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes, Franciscan Hospice Care scored 97.87, compared to the Indiana state average of 97.51 — placing it at the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and notes that 67.1% of patients received visits from hospice staff during the final days of life, based on CMS's published data.
Franciscan Hospice Care's service area, as reported to CMS, covers 60 ZIP codes from its Indianapolis office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond this are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published; where a measure is not listed, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which does not indicate poor quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Franciscan Hospice Care?
Yes, Franciscan Hospice Care is Medicare-certified (CCN 151523), certified since August 27, 1993. 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, Franciscan Hospice Care received an overall rating of 4 stars, with 92% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend the hospice and 87% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Franciscan Hospice Care's composite process score is 97.87, compared to the Indiana state average of 97.51, placing it at the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Franciscan Hospice Care serves 60 ZIP codes from its Indianapolis, Indiana office in Marion County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 60 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Franciscan Hospice Care is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not determine quality, and CMS reports quality measures separately for all hospices regardless of ownership.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Franciscan Hospice Care has been Medicare-certified since August 27, 1993.
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 chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies a life expectancy of six months or less.
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 does not specify where Franciscan Hospice Care delivers services; contact the hospice at (317) 528-2092 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care, contact Franciscan Hospice Care directly at (317) 528-2092 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, service area coverage, and how a hospice compares to state quality averages; contact Franciscan Hospice Care at (317) 528-2092 for further details not covered by this data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Franciscan Hospice Care's certification and quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/151523?state=IN.
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.