Henry Ford Hospice
Detroit, MI · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 231517)
CMS process measure: 98.58 (state average 97.27 — above state average)
Serves: 190 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (248) 585-5270 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Henry Ford Hospice has a 3-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 78% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.58 is above the Michigan state average of 97.27.
Henry Ford Hospice serves 190 ZIP codes from its Detroit, Michigan office in Wayne County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Henry Ford Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 231517, certified since August 15, 1986. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Henry Ford Hospice is a non-profit hospice program based in Detroit, Michigan, serving families in Wayne County and beyond. It has been Medicare-certified since August 15, 1986, giving it a long history of participation in the Medicare hospice benefit, which covers hospice care for eligible patients.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Henry Ford Hospice an overall rating of 3 stars. Seventy-eight percent said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 79% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice follows recommended care processes, Henry Ford Hospice scored 98.58, which is above the Michigan state average of 97.27. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 40.7% of patients, according to the same dataset.
Henry Ford Hospice reports serving 190 ZIP codes from its Detroit office, indicating a broad service area across the region. Where any specific measure is not mentioned here, it is because CMS has not published that figure for this hospice, which can happen when patient counts are small; this does not indicate poor quality. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and should be verified directly on Care Compare for the most current vintage.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Henry Ford Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 231517) since August 15, 1986, 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?
CMS Care Compare data shows a 3-star CAHPS rating, with 78% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend the hospice and 79% rating their 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 98.58, which is above the Michigan state average of 97.27, according to CMS Care Compare.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Henry Ford Hospice reports serving 190 ZIP codes from its Detroit, Michigan office in Wayne County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 190 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a non-profit organization. Ownership type does not directly determine quality, but it can be useful context when comparing hospices.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Henry Ford Hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 15, 1986.
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 life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the illness; patients can still receive medications and support for pain and symptoms.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Henry Ford Hospice at (248) 585-5270 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; please contact Henry Ford Hospice directly at (248) 585-5270 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, service area, staffing, and how care is coordinated; you can review this hospice's published CMS figures and confirm current details by calling (248) 585-5270 or checking Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Henry Ford Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/231517?state=MI to confirm current ratings and details.
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.