Lighthouse Hospice Care Llc
Naperville, IL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 141713)
CMS process measure: 94.86 (state average 96.22 — below state average)
Serves: 140 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (331) 472-4706 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Lighthouse Hospice Care 3 out of 5 stars in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 81% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process-of-care score of 94.86 is below the Illinois state average of 96.22.
Lighthouse Hospice Care serves 140 ZIP codes from its Naperville, Illinois office in DuPage County.
Yes, Lighthouse Hospice Care LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 141713, since 2021); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Lighthouse Hospice Care LLC is a for-profit hospice based in Naperville, Illinois, serving DuPage County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since August 24, 2021 (CCN 141713).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Lighthouse Hospice Care an overall rating of 3 stars. Of those surveyed, 81% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 80% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were followed, Lighthouse Hospice Care scored 94.86, which is below the Illinois state average of 96.22. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 56.3% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life, based on the data CMS has published.
Lighthouse Hospice Care reports serving 140 ZIP codes from its Naperville office, indicating a fairly broad service area within the region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost or fee information is included here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and may be updated by CMS over time; families are encouraged to check the Care Compare website directly for the most current figures before making decisions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Lighthouse Hospice Care?
Yes, Lighthouse Hospice Care LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 141713) since August 24, 2021. 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, family caregivers gave Lighthouse Hospice Care 3 out of 5 stars overall, with 81% saying they would definitely recommend it and 80% 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-of-care score is 94.86, which CMS lists as below the Illinois state average of 96.22.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Lighthouse Hospice Care reports serving 140 ZIP codes from its Naperville, Illinois office in DuPage County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 140 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Lighthouse Hospice Care is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS quality and survey measures are separate indicators worth reviewing.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Lighthouse Hospice Care has been Medicare-certified since August 24, 2021.
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 for those with a terminal diagnosis who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus to comfort and quality of life rather than treatments aimed at curing the illness; it is not about giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where Lighthouse Hospice Care provides services; please contact the hospice at (331) 472-4706 or check Medicare Care Compare for details.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin hospice care with Lighthouse Hospice Care, contact them directly at (331) 472-4706 and verify current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver survey results, quality measures, service area, and staffing — much of which is available through CMS Care Compare and directly from the hospice at (331) 472-4706.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Lighthouse Hospice Care (CCN 141713) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/141713?state=IL 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.