Generations Hospice
Fond Du Lac, WI · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 521590)
CMS process measure: 99.54 (state average 96.57 — above state average)
Serves: 59 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (920) 922-0134 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Generations Hospice has a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 88% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its composite process score of 99.54 is above the Wisconsin state average of 96.57.
Generations Hospice serves 59 ZIP codes from its office in Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin, in Fond Du Lac County.
Yes, Generations Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 521590), certified since April 7, 2011, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Generations Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin, serving families in Fond Du Lac County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since April 7, 2011 (CCN 521590).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Generations Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 88% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 84% rated their experience of care 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes a set of recommended care processes, Generations Hospice scored 99.54, compared to a Wisconsin state average of 96.57 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 71.3% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, according to the data provided.
Generations Hospice's service area, as reflected in this data, covers 59 ZIP codes from its Fond Du Lac office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families should confirm current details directly with the hospice or on Care Compare, as measures can be updated and some figures may not be published for every hospice due to small patient counts, which does not indicate poor quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Generations Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 521590) since April 7, 2011, 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?
On the CMS CAHPS survey, Generations Hospice received a 4-star rating, with 88% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 84% rating their care 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 99.54, above the Wisconsin state average of 96.57. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and 71.3% of patients receiving visits from staff in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Generations Hospice, based in Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin (Fond Du Lac County), serves 59 ZIP codes according to CMS data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 59 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Generations Hospice is a for-profit organization. Ownership type doesn't determine quality on its own — CMS quality and survey scores are more direct indicators.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Generations Hospice has been Medicare-certified since April 7, 2011.
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 have stopped pursuing curative treatment, typically with a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Hospice means shifting the focus from curing an illness to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data doesn't specify care settings for Generations Hospice; please contact the hospice at (920) 922-0134 or check Medicare Care Compare for details.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided doesn't include enrollment steps; please contact Generations Hospice directly at (920) 922-0134 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how process measures compare to state averages, and service area coverage — all of which can be reviewed on Medicare Care Compare or by calling the hospice at (920) 922-0134.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view Generations Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/521590?state=WI.
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.