Lakes Region Visiting Nurse Association
Meredith, NH · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 301535)
CMS process measure: 89.89 (state average 95.91 — below state average)
Serves: 48 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (603) 279-6611 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Lakes Region Visiting Nurse Association a CAHPS star rating of 4 out of 5, with 89% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 89.89, which is below the New Hampshire state average of 95.91.
Lakes Region Visiting Nurse Association serves 48 ZIP codes from its Meredith, New Hampshire office, located in Belknap County.
Yes, Lakes Region Visiting Nurse Association is Medicare-certified (CCN 301535, since 2018); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Lakes Region Visiting Nurse Association is a non-profit hospice based in Meredith, New Hampshire, serving Belknap County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since May 3, 2018, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 301535.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, family caregivers gave this hospice a CAHPS star rating of 4 out of 5. Among families surveyed, 89% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 86% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered, this hospice scored 89.89, compared to the New Hampshire state average of 95.91 — placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reported a care index score of 10 and noted that visits occurred in the last days of life for 77.0% of patients, based on the data CMS has published.
This hospice reports serving 48 ZIP codes from its Meredith, NH office, indicating a fairly broad service area within the region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond this are available in CMS data.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as provided; families are encouraged to verify current details directly with the hospice or on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Lakes Region Visiting Nurse Association is Medicare-certified (CCN 301535) since May 3, 2018, 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 CAHPS star rating of 4 out of 5, with 89% of surveyed families saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 86% rating their experience 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 89.89, compared to the New Hampshire state average of 95.91 — below the state average on this measure, according to CMS data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice reports serving 48 ZIP codes from its office in Meredith, NH, in Belknap County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 48 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 families may want to consider it alongside the survey and quality measures above.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since May 3, 2018.
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 those with a terminal diagnosis who have chosen to stop curative treatment, generally when life expectancy is six months or less.
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 care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
CMS data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Lakes Region Visiting Nurse Association at (603) 279-6611 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact Lakes Region Visiting Nurse Association directly at (603) 279-6611 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver experiences, how a hospice's quality scores compare to state averages, and the areas it serves — all of which are covered above using CMS data for this hospice.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Lakes Region Visiting Nurse Association directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/301535?state=NH using CCN 301535.
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.