North Woods Home Nursing & Hospice
Manistique, MI · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 231558)
CMS process measure: 97.86 (state average 97.27 — at state average)
Serves: 39 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (800) 852-3736 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported that 88% would definitely recommend North Woods Home Nursing & Hospice, and 86% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, this hospice scored 97.86, about at the Michigan state average of 97.27.
North Woods Home Nursing & Hospice serves 39 ZIP codes from its office in Manistique, Michigan, in Schoolcraft County. Families in that area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included.
Yes, North Woods Home Nursing & Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 231558, certified since July 27, 1993. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
North Woods Home Nursing & Hospice is a for-profit hospice located in Manistique, Michigan, in Schoolcraft County. It has been Medicare-certified since July 27, 1993 (CCN 231558), and today serves a broad area covering 39 ZIP codes.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 88% would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 86% rated their experience with the hospice a 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS overall star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which is common for smaller hospices due to limited survey response counts; this is not an indication of poor quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, North Woods Home Nursing & Hospice scored 97.86, compared to the Michigan state average of 97.27 — CMS categorizes this hospice as performing at the state average on this measure. CMS also reports that visits occurred in the last days of life for 80.3% of patients, and lists a care index score of 9.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the vintage published by CMS at the time this profile was created; families should check Care Compare directly for the most current figures. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility. This profile does not include cost information beyond that fact, and it does not describe staffing, facilities, or specific services, which families should confirm directly with the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. North Woods Home Nursing & Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 231558) since July 27, 1993, 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, 88% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 86% rated their overall experience a 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate overall star rating for this hospice in this data.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure score is 97.86, compared to the Michigan state average of 97.27 — CMS places this at the state average. CMS also reports visits in the last days of life occurred for 80.3% of patients.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 39 ZIP codes from its office in Manistique, Michigan, in Schoolcraft County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 39 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
North Woods Home Nursing & Hospice is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type alone does not determine quality; CMS quality measures and family caregiver surveys offer more direct insight into performance.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since July 27, 1993, over 30 years.
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 have a terminal diagnosis and have chosen to stop curative treatment, typically with a prognosis of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care from curing an illness to comfort, dignity, and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care, and 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 North Woods Home Nursing & Hospice at (800) 852-3736 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 North Woods Home Nursing & Hospice directly at (800) 852-3736 for guidance on starting care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver support, how staff are available after hours, and how the hospice's quality measures compare to state averages; contact North Woods Home Nursing & Hospice at (800) 852-3736 to discuss these questions directly.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up North Woods Home Nursing & Hospice (CCN 231558) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/231558?state=MI to review its most 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.