Hospice Of Mecosta County
Big Rapids, MI · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 231556)
CMS process measure: 99.65 (state average 97.27 — above state average)
Serves: 172 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (231) 796-7371 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of Mecosta County has earned 4 stars from family caregivers on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 90% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.65 is above the Michigan state average of 97.27.
Hospice Of Mecosta County serves 172 ZIP codes from its office in Big Rapids, Michigan, in Mecosta County.
Yes, Hospice Of Mecosta County is Medicare-certified (CCN 231556, since 1993); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of Mecosta County is a non-profit hospice based in Big Rapids, Michigan, serving Mecosta County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since April 8, 1993 (CCN 231556).
According to CMS Care Compare survey data (CAHPS family caregiver survey), Hospice Of Mecosta County has earned a 4-star rating. Ninety percent of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 87% rated the hospice a 9 or 10 out of 10 overall.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, this hospice scored 99.65, which is above the Michigan state average of 97.27. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 72.8% of patients received visits from staff during the last days of life, based on the available Care Compare data.
Hospice Of Mecosta County's service area, as reported to CMS, covers 172 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad reach from its Big Rapids office.
Where CMS has not published a particular measure for a hospice, this is often due to small patient counts during the reporting period, and it does not indicate poor quality of care.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to review the current listing directly on Care Compare for the most up-to-date figures.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of Mecosta County is Medicare-certified (CCN 231556) since April 8, 1993, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who are certified eligible by a doctor.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
CMS's CAHPS survey gives Hospice Of Mecosta County 4 stars, with 90% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 87% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure score is 99.65, which is above the Michigan state average of 97.27, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS Care Compare lists Hospice Of Mecosta County as serving 172 ZIP codes from its Big Rapids, Michigan office in Mecosta County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 172 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a non-profit hospice. Ownership type is one factor among several CMS reports, and it does not by itself indicate quality of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since April 8, 1993, according to CMS records.
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 has certified a life expectancy of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course.
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; patients can still receive treatment for symptoms and other conditions.
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 Hospice Of Mecosta County at (231) 796-7371 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; contact Hospice Of Mecosta County directly at (231) 796-7371 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how a hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, and its service area — all of which are reported here from CMS Care Compare data; for questions about specific services, contact the hospice at (231) 796-7371.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Of Mecosta County (CCN 231556) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/231556?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.