Renown Hospice Care
Reno, NV · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 291542)
CMS process measure: 72.07 (state average 93.57 — below state average)
Serves: 31 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (775) 982-2828 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Renown Hospice Care has a 4-star family caregiver rating on CMS's CAHPS survey, with 85% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process-of-care score of 72.07 is below the Nevada state average of 93.57.
Renown Hospice Care serves 31 ZIP codes from its Reno, Nevada office in Washoe County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Renown Hospice Care is Medicare-certified (CCN 291542, certified since February 25, 2016), and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Renown Hospice Care is a non-profit hospice based in Reno, Nevada, serving families in Washoe County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since February 25, 2016 (CCN 291542).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Renown Hospice Care an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 85% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 87% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
CMS also reports a composite process-of-care measure score of 72.07 for Renown Hospice Care, which is below the Nevada state average of 93.57. This measure reflects how consistently the hospice performed a defined set of care processes with its patients, based on CMS's published data. CMS additionally reports that 74.2% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life. A below-average composite score does not by itself indicate the quality of hands-on care a family will receive; families are encouraged to review the full CMS Care Compare profile and ask the hospice directly about their care practices.
Renown Hospice Care's service area, as reflected in CMS data, includes 31 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families should confirm current details directly with the hospice or on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Renown Hospice Care?
Yes. Renown Hospice Care is Medicare-certified (CCN 291542) since February 25, 2016, 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 survey data shows a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 85% saying they would definitely recommend Renown Hospice Care and 87% 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 72.07, which CMS reports as below the Nevada state average of 93.57.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Renown Hospice Care serves 31 ZIP codes from its Reno, Washoe County, Nevada office.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 31 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Renown Hospice Care is a non-profit organization. Ownership type does not directly determine quality of care, but it can be a helpful factor for families to consider alongside CMS survey results.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Renown Hospice Care has been Medicare-certified since February 25, 2016.
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 seeking a cure and typically have a life expectancy 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 an illness; it does not mean giving up care, and patients continue to receive medical attention aimed at easing symptoms.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify where Renown Hospice Care delivers services; please contact the hospice at (775) 982-2828 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin hospice care with Renown Hospice Care, contact them directly at (775) 982-2828 and verify their current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how visits are staffed near the end of life, and how the hospice's process measures compare to state averages — Renown Hospice Care can be reached at (775) 982-2828 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Renown Hospice Care directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/291542?state=NV to review its 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.