Sendero De Luz Hospice
Comerio, PR · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 401552)
CMS process measure: 55.08 (state average 93.83 — below state average)
Serves: 31 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (787) 875-5701 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said they would definitely recommend Sendero De Luz Hospice 89% of the time, with 86% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10. On the CMS composite process measure, this hospice scored 55.08, which is below the Puerto Rico state average of 93.83.
Sendero De Luz Hospice serves 31 ZIP codes from its Comerio, PR office, located in Comerio county.
Yes, Sendero De Luz Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 401552, since 1996); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Sendero De Luz Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Comerio, Puerto Rico, serving families in Comerio county and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since March 5, 1996 (CCN 401552).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 89% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 86% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10 overall. CMS has not published a separate CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided; families are encouraged to review the full survey results on Care Compare.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently the hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, this hospice scored 55.08, compared with a Pennsylvania... rather Puerto Rico state average of 93.83 — below the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 35.5% of patients, based on the most recent Care Compare data vintage available.
Sendero De Luz Hospice's service area, as listed by CMS, covers 31 ZIP codes centered on its Comerio office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost details are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the vintage published there. Families should confirm current details directly with the hospice and on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Sendero De Luz Hospice?
Yes, it is Medicare-certified (CCN 401552) and has been since March 5, 1996. 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, 89% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 86% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure score is 55.08, compared to a Puerto Rico state average of 93.83 — below the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, it serves 31 ZIP codes from its office in Comerio, Comerio county, Puerto Rico.
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?
Sendero De Luz Hospice is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type doesn't directly determine care quality, but it's one factor families sometimes consider alongside CMS survey and quality data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 5, 1996.
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 is for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than 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 illness; it does not mean giving up medical care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact them at (787) 875-5701 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 Sendero De Luz Hospice at (787) 875-5701 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how the hospice performs on CMS quality measures, and what areas and services are covered — all of which can be reviewed on Medicare Care Compare and confirmed by calling the hospice directly.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Sendero De Luz Hospice (CCN 401552) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/401552?state=PR to review its current 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.