Kindred Hospice
Independence, OH · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 361679)
CMS process measure: 99.22 (state average 97.03 — above state average)
Serves: 97 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (216) 642-1297 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Kindred Hospice received an overall 3-star rating from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 82% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its composite process score of 99.22 is above the Ohio state average of 97.03.
Kindred Hospice serves 97 ZIP codes from its Independence, Ohio office in Cuyahoga County.
Yes, Kindred Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 361679, since March 18, 2014. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Kindred Hospice is a for-profit hospice located in Independence, Ohio, serving families in Cuyahoga County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since March 18, 2014 (CCN 361679).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Kindred Hospice an overall rating of 3 stars. Among respondents, 82% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 78% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of important care processes, Kindred Hospice scored 99.22, compared to the Ohio state average of 97.03 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 73.4% of patients received visits in the final days of life, per the published data.
Kindred Hospice reports serving 97 ZIP codes from its Independence office, reflecting a broad service area.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no additional cost details are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent published vintage available. Where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient sample sizes rather than any indication of quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Kindred Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 361679) since March 18, 2014, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who are eligible and certified by a doctor.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
Family caregivers gave Kindred Hospice an overall 3-star rating, with 82% saying they would definitely recommend it and 78% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Kindred Hospice's composite process score is 99.22, above the Ohio state average of 97.03.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 97 ZIP codes from its Independence, Ohio office in Cuyahoga County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 97 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Kindred Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not directly indicate quality, but it is disclosed by CMS for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 18, 2014.
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 for patients who are no longer pursuing curative treatment, typically with a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting focus to comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment, but it does not mean giving up care — patients continue to receive medical attention aimed at managing symptoms and pain.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify care settings for Kindred Hospice; please contact the hospice at (216) 642-1297 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin the process, contact Kindred Hospice directly at (216) 642-1297 and confirm eligibility and next steps on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures, service area, and how care is coordinated; you can review these details for Kindred Hospice on Medicare Care Compare or by calling (216) 642-1297.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view Kindred Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/361679?state=OH.
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.