Heartland Hospice (Beltsville)
Beltsville, MD · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 211542)
CMS process measure: 98.44 (state average 98.78 — at state average)
Serves: 81 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (240) 264-1692 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Heartland Hospice (Beltsville) an overall rating of 1 star on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 59% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.44 is about at the Maryland state average of 98.78.
Heartland Hospice (Beltsville) serves 81 ZIP codes from its Beltsville, MD office in Prince George's County. Families outside this list should contact the hospice directly to confirm coverage in their area.
Yes, Heartland Hospice (Beltsville) is Medicare-certified (CCN 211542, since 2003). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies that eligibility.
About this hospice
Heartland Hospice (Beltsville) is a for-profit hospice located in Beltsville, Maryland, serving Prince George's County and surrounding communities. It has been Medicare-certified since November 6, 2003 (CCN 211542).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who completed the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 1 star. Of those surveyed, 59% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to family and friends, and 65% rated their overall experience of care a 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the most recent CMS-published CAHPS survey data available for this provider.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers a bundle of recommended care processes, Heartland Hospice (Beltsville) scored 98.44, compared to the Maryland state average of 98.78 — CMS classifies this as at the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 36.1% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, based on the published Care Compare vintage.
Heartland Hospice (Beltsville) reports serving 81 ZIP codes from its Beltsville office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who qualify; no cost details beyond that are provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Care Compare and to contact the hospice with any questions about care.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Heartland Hospice (Beltsville) is Medicare-certified, with certification dating to November 6, 2003 (CCN 211542). 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, this hospice received an overall rating of 1 star, with 59% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 65% rating their experience a 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 98.44, compared to the Maryland state average of 98.78, which CMS classifies as at the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Heartland Hospice (Beltsville) reports serving 81 ZIP codes from its office in Beltsville, Prince George's County, Maryland.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 81 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS's survey and process measures offer more direct insight into caregiver experience and care delivery.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since November 6, 2003, according to CMS records.
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 prognosis of six months or less, as determined by a physician.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Hospice focuses on comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness, but patients can still receive treatment for symptoms and other health conditions; it is not about giving up care.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; contact Heartland Hospice (Beltsville) at (240) 264-1692 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; contact Heartland Hospice (Beltsville) at (240) 264-1692 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about CAHPS survey results, staffing, service area, and how quickly care can begin — Heartland Hospice (Beltsville) can be reached at (240) 264-1692 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Heartland Hospice (Beltsville) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/211542?state=MD to review its current CMS-published ratings and measures.
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.