Notre Dame Hospice
Worcester, MA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 221575)
CMS process measure: 94.02 (state average 95.51 — below state average)
Serves: 58 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (508) 852-5505 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Notre Dame Hospice earned a 4-star family caregiver rating from CMS, with 88% of caregivers saying they'd definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 94.02, which is below the Massachusetts state average of 95.51.
Notre Dame Hospice serves 58 ZIP codes from its Worcester, Massachusetts office in Worcester County.
Yes, Notre Dame Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 221575, since 2007); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Notre Dame Hospice is a for-profit hospice agency based in Worcester, Massachusetts, serving Worcester County. It has been Medicare-certified since June 5, 2007 (CCN 221575).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Notre Dame Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among respondents, 88% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 83% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, Notre Dame Hospice scored 94.02, compared with a Massachusetts state average of 95.51 — placing this hospice below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 68.4% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life, based on the available data.
Notre Dame Hospice's service area, as listed on Care Compare, spans 58 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no additional cost information is provided here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. Where CMS has not published a particular measure for this hospice, that reflects CMS's reporting practices — often due to small patient counts — and should not be read as an indicator of poor quality. Families are encouraged to review the current data directly on Medicare Care Compare and to contact the hospice with any questions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Notre Dame Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 221575) since June 5, 2007, 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 Hospice Survey data shows a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 88% saying they would definitely recommend the hospice and 83% 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 94.02, compared with a Massachusetts state average of 95.51, placing it below the state average on this measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Notre Dame Hospice serves 58 ZIP codes from its Worcester, Massachusetts location in Worcester County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 58 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 is one factor families may consider, but CMS quality measures should also be reviewed regardless of ownership.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since June 5, 2007.
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 stopped curative treatment and typically have a life expectancy of six months or less, as determined by a physician.
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 withholding care, and patients can still receive medical attention for pain and symptoms.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided; please contact Notre Dame Hospice at (508) 852-5505 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact Notre Dame Hospice directly at (508) 852-5505 for this information.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, staff visit frequency, service area coverage, and how a hospice compares to state averages — all of which are available on Medicare Care Compare for this hospice.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view Notre Dame Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/221575?state=MA.
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.