M J H S Hospice And Palliative Care, Inc
New York, NY · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 331529)
CMS process measure: 99.41 (state average 97.72 — above state average)
Serves: 281 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (212) 420-2844 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave this hospice a CAHPS rating of 2 stars, with 76% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 99.41, above the New York state average of 97.72.
This hospice serves 281 ZIP codes from its New York, NY office in New York County. Families in this broad service area can contact the hospice directly to confirm coverage for their specific address.
Yes, M J H S Hospice And Palliative Care, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 331529, since 1988). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
M J H S Hospice And Palliative Care, Inc is a Medicare-certified hospice located in New York, New York, in New York County. Its ownership type is listed by CMS as "Other," and it has been Medicare-certified since July 4, 1988.
According to CMS Care Compare CAHPS survey data, family caregivers gave this hospice an overall rating of 2 stars. Of families surveyed, 76% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 72% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects the consistency of core hospice care processes, this hospice scored 99.41, which CMS lists as above the New York state average of 97.72. CMS also reports a care index score of 9, and that 51.1% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, according to published data.
This hospice reports serving a broad area, with 281 ZIP codes listed in its service area from its New York City office.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published; families should confirm current figures directly with CMS or the hospice. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost details are provided here. This profile does not describe specific staff, facilities, or services beyond what CMS has published, and families are encouraged to contact the hospice directly for further details.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. M J H S Hospice And Palliative Care, Inc has been Medicare-certified since July 4, 1988 (CCN 331529), 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 CAHPS survey data shows a 2-star family caregiver rating, with 76% saying they would definitely recommend the hospice and 72% 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 99.41, which CMS lists as above the New York state average of 97.72.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 281 ZIP codes from its New York, New York office in New York County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 281 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists its ownership type as "Other." Ownership type can reflect organizational structure, but CMS quality measures like CAHPS scores are a more direct indicator of reported care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since July 4, 1988.
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 patients 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 of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care and support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where care is provided; please contact the hospice at (212) 420-2844 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; please contact the hospice directly at (212) 420-2844 and verify current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about CAHPS survey ratings, quality measure scores, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact the hospice at (212) 420-2844 for specifics not covered in published CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up M J H S Hospice And Palliative Care, Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/331529?state=NY to see the latest published CMS figures.
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.