Sierra Hospice
Las Cruces, NM · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 321551)
CMS process measure: 98.73 (state average 95.93 — above state average)
Serves: 34 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (575) 219-6055 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Sierra Hospice has an overall CAHPS family caregiver rating of 3 stars, with 81% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.73 is above the New Mexico state average of 95.93.
Sierra Hospice serves 34 ZIP codes from its Las Cruces, New Mexico office in Dona Ana County. Families should confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Sierra Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 321551, certified since 2004. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies that they qualify.
About this hospice
Sierra Hospice is a Medicare-certified hospice located in Las Cruces, New Mexico, serving Dona Ana County and the surrounding area. Its ownership type is listed as "Other" in CMS records, and it has been Medicare-certified since June 11, 2004.
According to CMS Care Compare data based on the CAHPS Hospice Survey of family caregivers, Sierra Hospice has earned an overall rating of 3 stars. In that same survey, 81% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend the hospice, and 76% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Sierra Hospice scored 98.73, compared with a New Mexico state average of 95.93 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 74.2% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, as tracked by CMS.
Sierra Hospice's service area, per CMS data, spans 34 ZIP codes from its Las Cruces office.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as most recently published; where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often the result of small patient sample sizes rather than any indication of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here beyond that fact. Families are encouraged to confirm current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Sierra Hospice?
Yes, Sierra Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 321551, since 2004), 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, Sierra Hospice received an overall rating of 3 stars, with 81% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 76% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Sierra Hospice's composite process score is 98.73, compared with New Mexico's state average of 95.93, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Sierra Hospice serves 34 ZIP codes from its office in Las Cruces, Dona Ana County, New Mexico.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 34 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists Sierra Hospice's ownership type as "Other." Ownership type alone does not determine quality of care; CAHPS scores and process measures offer a better sense of family experience and care consistency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Sierra Hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 11, 2004.
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 who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor estimates 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, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curative treatment; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the available CMS data; contact Sierra Hospice at (575) 219-6055 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; contact Sierra Hospice at (575) 219-6055 for details and verify certification on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may wish to ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how the hospice performs on CMS quality measures, the size of its service area, and how it supports patients and families day to day — contact Sierra Hospice at (575) 219-6055 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Sierra Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/321551?state=NM to confirm current ratings and details.
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.