Peacehealth Southwest Hospice
Vancouver, WA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 501501)
CMS process measure: 99.96 (state average 98.45 — above state average)
Serves: 78 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (360) 696-5100 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Peacehealth Southwest Hospice a 3-star CAHPS rating, with 85% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.96 is above the Washington state average of 98.45.
Peacehealth Southwest Hospice serves 78 ZIP codes from its Vancouver, Washington office in Clark County.
Yes, Peacehealth Southwest Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 501501), certified since 1984; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Peacehealth Southwest Hospice is a Medicare-certified hospice located in Vancouver, Washington, serving families in Clark County and the surrounding region. Its ownership is classified by CMS as "Other," and it has been Medicare-certified since February 1, 1984, giving it a long history of providing hospice care under the Medicare hospice benefit.
According to CMS Care Compare CAHPS survey data, family caregivers gave this hospice a 3-star rating. Among caregivers surveyed, 85% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 81% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, Peacehealth Southwest Hospice scored 99.96, which is above the Washington state average of 98.45. This composite measure reflects a bundle of care processes CMS tracks across hospices nationally. CMS also reports that 61.6% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, based on the data provided. Where any specific measure is not listed here, it means CMS has not published that figure for this hospice, often due to small patient counts — this is not an indication of poor quality.
Peacehealth Southwest Hospice serves a broad area, covering 78 ZIP codes from its Vancouver, WA office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility. All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as provided; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Peacehealth Southwest Hospice?
Yes. It is Medicare-certified (CCN 501501) since February 1984, 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 show a 3-star family caregiver rating, with 85% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend the hospice and 81% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 99.96, above the Washington state average of 98.45.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 78 ZIP codes from its Vancouver, WA office in Clark County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 78 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS classifies its ownership as "Other." Ownership type can inform families about organizational structure, but CMS quality measures apply regardless of ownership category.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since February 1, 1984.
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 with a life-limiting illness who have chosen to stop curative treatment, typically with a prognosis of six months or less.
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 care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact the hospice at (360) 696-5100 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 the hospice at (360) 696-5100 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality measure scores, service area, and how care needs are met; contact the hospice at (360) 696-5100 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Peacehealth Southwest Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/501501?state=WA to confirm current CMS-published 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.