Holy Name Hospice
Teaneck, NJ · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 311547)
CMS process measure: 94.13 (state average 96.87 — below state average)
Serves: 116 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (201) 833-3188 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Holy Name Hospice earned a 5-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 97% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 94.13 is below the New Jersey state average of 96.87.
Holy Name Hospice serves 116 ZIP codes from its office in Teaneck, New Jersey, in Bergen County.
Yes, Holy Name Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 311547, certified since 1999. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Holy Name Hospice is a Medicare-certified hospice serving Teaneck, New Jersey, and the surrounding Bergen County area. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 30, 1999, and operates under an ownership type classified by CMS as "Other."
According to the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, Holy Name Hospice received a 5-star rating. Ninety-seven percent of surveyed family caregivers said they would definitely recommend the hospice, and 94% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10 — figures reported directly on Medicare Care Compare.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Holy Name Hospice scored 94.13, which is below the New Jersey state average of 96.87. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 70.6% of patients received visits in the last days of life, according to the available data.
Holy Name Hospice's service area, as listed by CMS, spans 116 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad reach from its Teaneck office.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient counts rather than any indication of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no additional cost information is provided here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Holy Name Hospice?
Yes. Holy Name Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 311547) and has been since August 30, 1999. 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, Holy Name Hospice received a 5-star rating, with 97% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 94% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Holy Name Hospice's composite process score is 94.13, which CMS lists as below the New Jersey state average of 96.87.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Holy Name Hospice serves 116 ZIP codes from its Teaneck, New Jersey office in Bergen County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 116 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists Holy Name Hospice's ownership type as "Other." Ownership type can reflect organizational structure, but CMS quality data should be reviewed regardless of ownership category.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Holy Name Hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 30, 1999.
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 certifies 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 on care or support, and patients can still receive treatment for symptom relief and comfort.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided. Please contact Holy Name Hospice at (201) 833-3188 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include this information. Please contact Holy Name Hospice at (201) 833-3188 to learn about starting care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about the CAHPS survey results, the composite process score compared to the state average, the areas served, and how long the hospice has been Medicare-certified — all of which can be reviewed for Holy Name Hospice on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view Holy Name Hospice's official CMS listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/311547?state=NJ.
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.