St. Croix Hospice
Lincoln, NE · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 281546)
CMS process measure: 99.36 (state average 97.56 — above state average)
Serves: 49 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (402) 328-2350 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
St. Croix Hospice received 3 stars from family caregivers on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 79% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.36 is above the Nebraska state average of 97.56.
St. Croix Hospice serves 49 ZIP codes from its office in Lincoln, Nebraska, in Lancaster County. Families in this broader area may be eligible for care from this hospice, though contacting the hospice directly can confirm coverage for a specific address.
Yes, St. Croix Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 281546, certified since March 6, 2012. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies that eligibility.
About this hospice
St. Croix Hospice is a for-profit hospice agency based in Lincoln, Nebraska (Lancaster County), Medicare-certified since March 6, 2012 (CMS Certification Number 281546). It serves a wide area, covering 49 ZIP codes from its Lincoln office.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave St. Croix Hospice an overall rating of 3 stars. Among those surveyed, 79% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to friends and family, and 75% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core care processes were delivered, St. Croix Hospice scored 99.36, compared with the Nebraska state average of 97.56 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 78.2% of patients received visits during the last days of life, and a care index score of 8 is listed for this hospice.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recently published survey and quality-measure vintage available; families should check Care Compare directly for the latest updates. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which often happens simply because of small patient survey counts rather than any indication of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost or fee details are provided here. This profile does not describe staffing, facilities, or specific services, as that information is not part of the CMS dataset used.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from St. Croix Hospice?
Yes. St. Croix Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 281546), certified since March 6, 2012, 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?
CMS Care Compare reports a 3-star overall rating from family caregivers, with 79% saying they would definitely recommend the hospice and 75% 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 99.36, compared with a Nebraska state average of 97.56, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
St. Croix Hospice serves 49 ZIP codes from its office in Lincoln, Nebraska, in Lancaster County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 49 this hospice reports serving.
Is this 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, but CMS publishes it so families can consider it alongside the survey and quality measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 6, 2012.
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 certifies 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; patients can still receive treatment for symptoms and other conditions.
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 (402) 328-2350 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The CMS data does not describe the intake process; please contact St. Croix Hospice directly at (402) 328-2350 to ask how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how quickly the hospice responds to needs, what services are included, and how the hospice communicates with families — you can raise these directly with St. Croix Hospice at (402) 328-2350.
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/281546?state=NE to confirm its current ratings and quality measures.
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.