Livingston County Hospice
Mount Morris, NY · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 331553)
CMS process measure: 97.01 (state average 97.72 — at state average)
Serves: 38 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (585) 243-7290 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Livingston County Hospice holds a 5-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 95% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 97.01 is about at the New York state average of 97.72.
Livingston County Hospice serves 38 ZIP codes from its Mount Morris, New York office in Livingston County.
Yes, Livingston County Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 331553, since 2005); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Livingston County Hospice, located in Mount Morris, New York, is a government-owned hospice program that has been Medicare-certified since May 31, 2005. It serves 38 ZIP codes from its Livingston County office, offering families across the surrounding area access to hospice services covered under the Medicare hospice benefit.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice a 5-star overall rating. Ninety-five percent of caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 92% gave it a top rating of 9 or 10 on a 0-10 scale. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family members of patients who received care.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of recommended care processes — Livingston County Hospice scored 97.01, compared to a New York state average of 97.72, placing it at the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice.
All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data; families should check the Care Compare website for the most current vintage of these figures. Where a specific measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often the case for smaller providers with limited patient counts and does not indicate poor quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are included here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Livingston County Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 331553), certified since May 31, 2005, 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's CAHPS survey gives this hospice a 5-star family caregiver rating, with 95% saying they would definitely recommend it and 92% 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 97.01, compared with a New York state average of 97.72, which CMS classifies as at the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Livingston County Hospice serves 38 ZIP codes from its Mount Morris, New York office in Livingston County.
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?
It is a government-run hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but CMS publishes it as part of its provider information.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since May 31, 2005.
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?
No — hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, 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 where this hospice delivers care; please contact Livingston County Hospice at (585) 243-7290 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
This information is not included in the CMS data provided; please contact Livingston County Hospice at (585) 243-7290 and verify eligibility steps on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality measure scores, service area, and how the hospice supports patients and families — this listing's CMS figures are a starting point, and calling (585) 243-7290 can help answer specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Livingston County Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/331553?state=NY using CCN 331553.
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.