Horizon Hospice
Spokane, WA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 501535)
CMS process measure: 98.87 (state average 98.45 — at state average)
Serves: 45 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (509) 489-4581 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Horizon Hospice holds a 5-star family caregiver rating, with 91% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process quality measure, it scored 98.87, which is at the Washington state average of 98.45.
Horizon Hospice serves 45 ZIP codes from its office in Spokane, Washington, located in Spokane County.
Yes, Horizon Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 501535, since 1998); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Horizon Hospice is a for-profit hospice provider based in Spokane, Washington, serving families in Spokane County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since June 19, 1998 (CCN 501535).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Horizon Hospice a 5-star rating. Among these caregivers, 91% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 88% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, Horizon Hospice scored 98.87, which CMS classifies as at the state average of 98.45 for Washington. This composite measure reflects how consistently the hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, such as timely assessments and symptom management planning. CMS also reports that 93.1% of patients had visits from hospice staff during the final days of life, based on the most recent published data.
Horizon Hospice's service area, as listed on Medicare Care Compare, includes 45 ZIP codes reachable from its Spokane office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond that are provided here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published by CMS; families are encouraged to review the source directly for the most current figures.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Horizon Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 501535) since June 19, 1998, 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 5-star CAHPS rating, with 91% of surveyed family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend Horizon Hospice, and 88% rating their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Horizon Hospice's composite process score is 98.87, which CMS classifies as at the state average of 98.45 for Washington.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Horizon Hospice serves 45 ZIP codes from its Spokane, Washington office in Spokane County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 45 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Horizon Hospice is a for-profit organization. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality; CMS quality and satisfaction measures are the most direct indicators available.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Horizon Hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 19, 1998.
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 pursuing curative treatment and are typically expected to have a limited life expectancy.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the goal of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean withholding care for pain, symptoms, or emotional support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact Horizon Hospice at (509) 489-4581 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Please contact Horizon Hospice at (509) 489-4581 to learn about the process for beginning care, and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measure performance, service area, and how the hospice supports patients and families; Horizon Hospice can be reached at (509) 489-4581 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view Horizon Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/501535?state=WA.
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.