St Croix Hospice
Ankeny, IA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 161583)
CMS process measure: 99.79 (state average 97.19 — above state average)
Serves: 115 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (515) 276-2700 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
St Croix Hospice has a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 89% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.79 is above the Iowa state average of 97.19.
St Croix Hospice serves 115 ZIP codes from its Ankeny, Iowa office in Polk County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, St Croix Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 161583, certified since October 5, 2007. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
St Croix Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Ankeny, Iowa, serving families in Polk County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since October 5, 2007 (CCN 161583).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave St Croix Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 89% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 88% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes a set of important care processes, St Croix Hospice scored 99.79, which is above the Iowa state average of 97.19. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and data show that 85.9% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, per CMS's published figures.
St Croix Hospice reports serving 115 ZIP codes from its Ankeny office, indicating a broad service area across the region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost details are provided here beyond that fact. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent published vintage available; families should confirm current details directly with the hospice or on Medicare.gov, as CMS updates these figures periodically.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from St Croix Hospice?
Yes. St Croix Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 161583) since October 5, 2007, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about St Croix Hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, St Croix Hospice received a 4-star rating from family caregivers, with 89% saying they would definitely recommend it and 88% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does St Croix Hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
St Croix Hospice's CMS composite process score is 99.79, which is above the Iowa state average of 97.19. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and that 85.9% of patients received visits from staff in the final days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does St Croix Hospice serve?
St Croix Hospice reports serving 115 ZIP codes from its Ankeny, Iowa office in Polk County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 115 this hospice reports serving.
Is St Croix Hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
St Croix Hospice is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care; CMS quality measures and caregiver survey results provide more direct comparison points.
How long has St Croix Hospice been Medicare-certified?
St Croix Hospice has been Medicare-certified since October 5, 2007.
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 people who have chosen to stop curative treatment and are focusing on comfort, typically when a doctor determines 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 the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up all care, and support continues for the patient and family.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where St Croix Hospice provides care. Please contact the hospice at (515) 276-2700 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
This data does not describe the intake process. Please contact St Croix Hospice at (515) 276-2700 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how the hospice compares to the state average on quality measures, the ZIP codes served, and how long the hospice has been Medicare-certified — all of which are covered in this listing for St Croix Hospice.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up St Croix Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/161583?state=IA to confirm current CMS 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.