Michigan Palliative And Hospice Care
Farmington, MI · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 231518)
CMS process measure: 95.78 (state average 97.27 — below state average)
Serves: 144 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (248) 991-3090 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Michigan Palliative And Hospice Care has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 82% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 95.78, which is below the Michigan state average of 97.27.
Michigan Palliative And Hospice Care serves 144 ZIP codes from its Farmington, Michigan office in Oakland County.
Yes, Michigan Palliative And Hospice Care is Medicare-certified (CCN 231518, since 1986); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Michigan Palliative And Hospice Care is a for-profit hospice based in Farmington, Michigan, serving families in Oakland County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since October 22, 1986 (CCN 231518).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider a 4-star rating. Among respondents, 82% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85% rated their overall experience as 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by caregivers of patients served, as published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects the consistency of core hospice care processes, this hospice scored 95.78, which is below the Michigan state average of 97.27. CMS also reports a care index score of 7 and notes that 44.8% of patients received visits in their final days of life, per the latest published data.
Michigan Palliative And Hospice Care reports serving 144 ZIP codes from its Farmington office, indicating a broad service area.
As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no additional cost information is provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and may not reflect the most current reporting period. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Michigan Palliative And Hospice Care is Medicare-certified (CCN 231518) since October 22, 1986, 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 reports a 4-star CAHPS rating for this hospice, with 82% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 85% 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 95.78, which is below the Michigan state average of 97.27, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It reports serving 144 ZIP codes from its Farmington, Michigan office in Oakland County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 144 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a for-profit hospice; ownership type doesn't determine quality on its own, but families may want to review the CMS survey results alongside it.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since October 22, 1986.
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 no longer pursuing curative treatment, typically with a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Hospice shifts the focus from curing an illness to comfort and quality of life, but patients can still receive care for other medical needs and change their care plan if their situation changes.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This isn't specified in the CMS data provided; please contact the hospice at (248) 991-3090 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided doesn't cover intake steps; contact the hospice directly at (248) 991-3090 to ask how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how the composite quality score compares to the state average, and the size of the service area — all of which are covered in this listing using CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Michigan Palliative And Hospice Care directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/231518?state=MI 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.