Hospice East
Winchester, KY · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 181506)
CMS process measure: 98.32 (state average 96.21 — above state average)
Serves: 21 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (859) 744-9866 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice East holds a 5-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 90% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.32 is above the Kentucky state average of 96.21.
Hospice East serves 21 ZIP codes from its office in Winchester, Kentucky, in Clark County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice or checking Medicare Care Compare.
Yes, Hospice East is Medicare-certified, with CCN 181506, certified since 1986. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice East is a for-profit hospice based in Winchester, Kentucky, serving families in Clark County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since September 19, 1986, meaning it has been part of the Medicare hospice program for decades.
According to CMS Care Compare CAHPS survey data, family caregivers gave Hospice East a 5-star rating overall. Ninety percent of families surveyed said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the direct experiences of families who worked with this hospice, as reported to CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Hospice East scored 98.32, which is above the Kentucky state average of 96.21. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 83.4% of patients, per the most recent published data.
Hospice East's service area, as listed on Care Compare, covers 21 ZIP codes from its Winchester office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare or by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Hospice East is Medicare-certified (CCN 181506, certified since September 19, 1986). 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?
Family caregivers gave Hospice East a 5-star CAHPS rating, with 90% saying they would definitely recommend it and 85% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10, per CMS Care Compare.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Hospice East scored 98.32 on the CMS composite process measure, above the Kentucky state average of 96.21. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and that 83.4% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Hospice East serves 21 ZIP codes from its Winchester, Kentucky office in Clark County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 21 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Hospice East is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type doesn't determine quality on its own; CMS quality measures and CAHPS survey results are more direct indicators of family experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Hospice East has been Medicare-certified since September 19, 1986.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure when a patient is expected to have six months or less to live. Both aim to relieve symptoms and support quality of life.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided doesn't specify where Hospice East delivers care; contact Hospice East at (859) 744-9866 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided doesn't include enrollment steps; contact Hospice East at (859) 744-9866 to ask how to begin care, and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about CAHPS survey ratings, CMS quality measures, service area, and how care is coordinated; you can review Hospice East's published figures above and ask the hospice directly at (859) 744-9866 for anything not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice East (CCN 181506) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/181506?state=KY 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.