Harborside Hospice Of Massachusetts, Llc
Haverhill, MA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 221606)
CMS process measure: 87.75 (state average 95.51 — below state average)
Serves: 51 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (800) 331-1044 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Harborside Hospice Of Massachusetts received 3 out of 5 stars from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 79% saying they would definitely recommend the hospice. Its CMS composite process score of 87.75 falls below the Massachusetts state average of 95.51.
Harborside Hospice Of Massachusetts serves 51 ZIP codes from its office in Haverhill, Massachusetts, located in Essex County.
Yes, Harborside Hospice Of Massachusetts is Medicare-certified (CCN 221606), certified since 2018, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Harborside Hospice Of Massachusetts, LLC is a Medicare-certified hospice based in Haverhill, Massachusetts, serving families in Essex County and the surrounding region. The hospice is listed under an ownership type of "Other" and has been Medicare-certified since January 29, 2018.
According to CMS Care Compare data (CAHPS family caregiver survey), Harborside Hospice received an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars from family caregivers. Among survey respondents, 79% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 81% rated their overall experience with the hospice between 9 and 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects the consistency of care processes such as timely visits and symptom management, Harborside Hospice scored 87.75, which falls below the Massachusetts state average of 95.51. CMS reports 61.4% of patients received visits in the last days of life. These figures reflect the most recent CMS Care Compare data vintage available and should be verified directly on Medicare.gov for the latest updates.
Harborside Hospice reports serving 51 ZIP codes from its Haverhill office, indicating a broad service area within the region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. This profile does not include cost information beyond that. No staffing, facility, or service details beyond what CMS has published are included here, and families are encouraged to contact the hospice directly for further specifics.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Harborside Hospice Of Massachusetts is Medicare-certified (CCN 221606), certified since January 29, 2018, 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?
Family caregivers gave Harborside Hospice a CAHPS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with 79% saying they would definitely recommend it and 81% rating their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Harborside Hospice's CMS composite process score is 87.75, which is below the Massachusetts state average of 95.51.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Harborside Hospice reports serving 51 ZIP codes from its office in Haverhill, Essex County, Massachusetts.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 51 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists Harborside Hospice's ownership type as "Other." Ownership type can inform families about organizational structure, but CMS quality measures are the most direct indicator of care patterns.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Harborside Hospice has been Medicare-certified since January 29, 2018.
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 generally for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor estimates a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up all care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; please contact Harborside Hospice at (800) 331-1044 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact Harborside Hospice at (800) 331-1044 for details and verify certification on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may wish to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how care processes compare to state averages, the range of ZIP codes served, and how the hospice communicates with families — Harborside Hospice can be reached at (800) 331-1044 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Harborside Hospice Of Massachusetts's certification and quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/221606?state=MA.
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.