Gentiva 1
Hermantown, MN · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 241612)
CMS process measure: 97.06 (state average 97.62 — at state average)
Serves: 18 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (218) 729-2517 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers reported that 84% would definitely recommend Gentiva 1, and 80% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10, according to CMS's CAHPS survey. Its composite process score of 97.06 is at the Minnesota state average of 97.62.
Gentiva 1 serves 18 ZIP codes from its office in Hermantown, Minnesota, located in St. Louis County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Gentiva 1 is Medicare-certified, with CCN 241612, certified since March 25, 2021. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies that they qualify.
About this hospice
Gentiva 1 is a for-profit hospice serving Hermantown, Minnesota and surrounding communities in St. Louis County. It has been Medicare-certified since March 25, 2021 (CCN 241612).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 84% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 80% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can happen when patient counts are small; this does not indicate poor quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects whether recommended care processes were delivered, Gentiva 1 scored 97.06, which CMS characterizes as at the state average of 97.62 for Minnesota. A separate care index score of 9 and a measure showing 84.4% of patients received visits in the last days of life are also part of the published CMS data.
Gentiva 1's service area, as listed on Care Compare, includes 18 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who qualify; no cost details beyond that are provided here.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as supplied; families are encouraged to review the source directly and speak with the hospice for current details.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Gentiva 1 is Medicare-certified (CCN 241612) since March 25, 2021, 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, 84% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Gentiva 1, and 80% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Gentiva 1's composite process measure score is 97.06, which CMS reports as at the Minnesota state average of 97.62.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Gentiva 1 serves 18 ZIP codes from its Hermantown, Minnesota location in St. Louis County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 18 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Gentiva 1 is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not determine quality; CMS quality measures and caregiver survey results are better indicators of experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Gentiva 1 has been Medicare-certified since March 25, 2021.
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 prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
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 care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Gentiva 1 delivers care; please contact the hospice at (218) 729-2517 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; please contact Gentiva 1 directly at (218) 729-2517 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver recommendation rates, how care processes compare to state averages, and what services and coverage areas apply — contact Gentiva 1 at (218) 729-2517 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Gentiva 1's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/241612?state=MN.
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.