Providence Hospice
Portland, OR · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 381500)
CMS process measure: 99.91 (state average 96.16 — above state average)
Serves: 149 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (503) 215-2273 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Providence Hospice has earned 4 out of 5 stars from family caregivers in the CMS survey, with 87% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its composite care-process score of 99.91 is above the Oregon state average of 96.16.
Providence Hospice serves 149 ZIP codes from its Portland, Oregon office in Multnomah County. Families in the surrounding communities can check whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Providence Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 381500), certified since 1984. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Providence Hospice, located in Portland, Oregon (Multnomah County), is a Medicare-certified hospice under an "Other" ownership structure. It has been Medicare-certified since April 1, 1984, according to CMS Care Compare data.
In the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey, which reflects the experiences of family caregivers, Providence Hospice received an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. Among surveyed families, 87% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 84% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects the percentage of recommended care processes delivered, Providence Hospice scored 99.91, compared to the Oregon state average of 96.16 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 62.6% of patients received visits in the last days of life, per the most recent Care Compare data vintage.
Providence Hospice's service area, as listed on Care Compare, spans 149 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad reach from its Portland office.
Where CMS has not published a particular measure for a hospice, this is often due to small patient counts and should not be read as an indicator of poor quality.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details beyond this are provided here. Families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Providence Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 381500), certified since April 1, 1984, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, Providence Hospice earned 4 out of 5 stars, with 87% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 84% rating their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Providence Hospice's composite process score is 99.91, above the Oregon state average of 96.16. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and that 62.6% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Providence Hospice, based in Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon, serves 149 ZIP codes according to CMS Care Compare data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 149 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists Providence Hospice's ownership type as "Other." Ownership type alone does not determine quality of care; CMS quality measures and survey results offer a more direct comparison.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Providence Hospice has been Medicare-certified since April 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 rather than cure and is typically for patients with 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, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This information is not included in the CMS data provided; please contact Providence Hospice at (503) 215-2273 or check Medicare Care Compare for details on where they provide care.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The CMS data does not describe the intake process; please contact Providence Hospice directly at (503) 215-2273 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how care needs are met, staffing availability, and how quality measures compare to state averages — CMS Care Compare provides such figures, and the hospice can address specific concerns at (503) 215-2273.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Providence Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/381500?state=OR to confirm current ratings and measures.
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.