Saint Francis Hospice
Tulsa, OK · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 371503)
CMS process measure: 96.42 (state average 93 — above state average)
Serves: 87 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (918) 494-6465 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Saint Francis Hospice holds a 5-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 89% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 96.42 is above the Oklahoma state average of 93.00.
Saint Francis Hospice serves 87 ZIP codes from its Tulsa, OK office in Tulsa County.
Yes, Saint Francis Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 371503, since 1987); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Saint Francis Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, serving families in Tulsa County. It has been Medicare-certified since April 29, 1987, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care for decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Saint Francis Hospice a 5-star overall rating. Among those surveyed, 89% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 89% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by caregivers of patients who received care from this hospice, as published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes, Saint Francis Hospice scored 96.42, above the Oklahoma state average of 93.00. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 83.4% of patients received visits in the final days of life, based on the most recent published CMS data.
Saint Francis Hospice's service area includes 87 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad reach from its Tulsa office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families should verify current details directly with CMS or the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Saint Francis Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 371503) since April 29, 1987, 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 shows Saint Francis Hospice earned a 5-star rating, with 89% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 89% 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 96.42, which is above the Oklahoma state average of 93.00.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Saint Francis Hospice serves 87 ZIP codes from its Tulsa, Oklahoma office in Tulsa County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 87 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Saint Francis Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care, but CMS publishes it for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since April 29, 1987.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Hospice care focuses on comfort for people nearing the end of life who are no longer pursuing curative treatment, while palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment.
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 disease; it does not mean giving up on care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided CMS data does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Saint Francis Hospice at (918) 494-6465 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin care, contact Saint Francis Hospice directly at (918) 494-6465 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver experience ratings, quality measures, service area, and how the hospice communicates with families; contact Saint Francis Hospice at (918) 494-6465 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Saint Francis Hospice directly on Medicare Care Compare at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/371503?state=OK using CCN 371503.
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.