Hospicio La Monserrate
Sabana Grande, PR · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 401573)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 93.83 — above state average)
Serves: 38 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (787) 873-5998 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said 80% would definitely recommend Hospicio La Monserrate, and 76% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 100.00, above the Puerto Rico state average of 93.83.
Hospicio La Monserrate serves 38 ZIP codes from its Sabana Grande, PR office, in Sabana Grande County.
Yes, Hospicio La Monserrate is Medicare-certified, with CCN 401573, certified since May 27, 2016. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospicio La Monserrate is a for-profit hospice based in Sabana Grande, Puerto Rico, serving Sabana Grande County and surrounding communities. It has been Medicare-certified since May 27, 2016, under CCN 401573.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 80% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 76% gave it an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can occur when patient survey counts are small; this is not an indication of poor quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes, Hospicio La Monserrate scored 100.00, compared to a Puerto Rico state average of 93.83 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reported a care index score of 8, and noted that 27.8% of patients received visits during the last days of life, per the most recent published CMS data.
Hospicio La Monserrate's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 38 ZIP codes reachable from its Sabana Grande office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. All figures above are drawn 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 Hospicio La Monserrate?
Yes, it is Medicare-certified (CCN 401573) since May 27, 2016, 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?
According to CMS Care Compare data, 80% of surveyed family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 76% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 100.00, compared to the Puerto Rico state average of 93.83, placing it above the state average. CMS also reported a care index score of 8 and noted 27.8% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 38 ZIP codes from its Sabana Grande, PR office in Sabana Grande County, per CMS data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 38 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Hospicio La Monserrate is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care, but it is one factor families may want to consider alongside CMS ratings.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since May 27, 2016.
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 rather than cure for patients typically expected to have a limited life expectancy.
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; patients can still receive treatment for pain and other symptoms.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; contact Hospicio La Monserrate at (787) 873-5998 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Contact Hospicio La Monserrate at (787) 873-5998 to learn about starting care, and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction, quality measure scores, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact Hospicio La Monserrate at (787) 873-5998 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospicio La Monserrate (CCN 401573) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/401573?state=PR to review the latest CMS data.
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.