Heritage Hospice Inc
Evansville, IN · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 151589)
CMS process measure: 95.45 (state average 97.51 — below state average)
Serves: 25 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (812) 475-9712 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Heritage Hospice Inc received a 4 out of 5 star rating from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 91% saying they would definitely recommend this hospice. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 95.45, which is below the Indiana state average of 97.51.
Heritage Hospice Inc serves 25 ZIP codes from its Evansville, IN office in Vanderburgh County. Families can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether a specific address falls within its service area.
Yes, Heritage Hospice Inc is Medicare-certified, with CCN 151589, certified since 2005. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Heritage Hospice Inc is a for-profit hospice located in Evansville, Indiana, serving families in Vanderburgh County and surrounding areas. According to CMS Care Compare data, this hospice has been Medicare-certified since April 12, 2005.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, Heritage Hospice Inc received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars. Among caregivers surveyed, 91% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 87% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the direct experiences of families who used this hospice's services, as reported to CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers a bundle of recommended care practices, Heritage Hospice Inc scored 95.45, which is below the Indiana state average of 97.51. A care index score of 10 is also on record with CMS. Some additional measures, such as the percentage of visits in the last days of life, are noted at 80.5%; where CMS has not published a measure for this hospice, that most often reflects small patient counts rather than an indication of quality.
Heritage Hospice Inc reports serving 25 ZIP codes from its Evansville office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients whose doctor certifies their eligibility. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as most recently published.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Heritage Hospice Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 151589) since April 12, 2005, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, Heritage Hospice Inc received a 4 out of 5 star rating, with 91% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 87% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Heritage Hospice Inc's composite process score is 95.45, which CMS lists as below the Indiana state average of 97.51.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Heritage Hospice Inc reports serving 25 ZIP codes from its Evansville, Indiana office in Vanderburgh County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 25 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Heritage Hospice Inc is listed as for-profit in CMS records; ownership type doesn't determine quality on its own, but it's one factor families sometimes consider alongside CAHPS and quality scores.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Heritage Hospice Inc has been Medicare-certified since April 12, 2005.
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 those with a terminal diagnosis who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment.
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 a person stops receiving medical attention or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided doesn't specify where Heritage Hospice Inc provides care; please contact the hospice at (812) 475-9712 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care with Heritage Hospice Inc, contact the hospice directly at (812) 475-9712 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, how a hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, and its service area; contact Heritage Hospice Inc at (812) 475-9712 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Heritage Hospice Inc (CCN 151589) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/151589?state=IN to confirm current CMS-reported information.
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.