Lifecare Hospice
Wooster, OH · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 361544)
CMS process measure: 97.21 (state average 97.03 — at state average)
Serves: 170 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (330) 264-4899 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Lifecare Hospice has a 5-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 93% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process-of-care score of 97.21 is at the Ohio state average of 97.03.
Lifecare Hospice serves 170 ZIP codes from its Wooster, Ohio office in Wayne County.
Yes, Lifecare Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 361544, since 1990); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Lifecare Hospice is a non-profit hospice based in Wooster, Ohio, serving Wayne County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since May 14, 1990 (CCN 361544). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost figures beyond that are provided here.
According to the CMS Care Compare CAHPS Hospice Survey data, family caregivers who responded gave Lifecare Hospice a 5-star overall rating. Among those surveyed, 93% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to family and friends, and 89% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, Lifecare Hospice scored 97.21, which CMS classifies as at the state average of 97.03 for Ohio. CMS also reports a care index score of 10, and that 60.8% of patients received visits in the final days of life, based on the published claims-based measures.
Lifecare Hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 170 ZIP codes, indicating a broad geographic reach from its Wooster office.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as published for this hospice; where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient counts and does not indicate poor quality. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Lifecare Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 361544) since May 14, 1990, 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?
Family caregivers gave Lifecare Hospice a 5-star rating on the CMS CAHPS survey; 93% said they would definitely recommend it and 89% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Lifecare Hospice's composite process-of-care score is 97.21, which CMS lists as at the Ohio state average of 97.03.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data shows Lifecare Hospice serves 170 ZIP codes from its Wooster, Ohio office in Wayne County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 170 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Lifecare Hospice is organized as a non-profit. Ownership type is one factor CMS publishes, but it does not by itself indicate quality; the CAHPS and process measures offer more direct insight into patient experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Lifecare Hospice has been Medicare-certified since May 14, 1990.
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 patients who are no longer pursuing curative treatment and are 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; it does not mean giving up on care, symptom management, or support for the patient and family.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided. Please contact Lifecare Hospice at (330) 264-4899 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided. Please contact Lifecare Hospice at (330) 264-4899 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about the CAHPS caregiver ratings, the composite process score compared to the state average, the service area, and how to begin care — Lifecare Hospice can be reached at (330) 264-4899 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Lifecare Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/361544?state=OH to review current 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.