St. Croix Hospice
Omaha, NE · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 281548)
CMS process measure: 99.71 (state average 97.56 — above state average)
Serves: 257 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (402) 609-4818 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
St. Croix Hospice received a 3-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 85% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.71 is above the Nebraska state average of 97.56.
St. Croix Hospice serves 257 ZIP codes from its Omaha, Nebraska office in Douglas County.
Yes, St. Croix Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 281548, since 2012); 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 agency based in Omaha, Nebraska, serving families in Douglas County and the surrounding area. According to CMS Care Compare data, the hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 28, 2012 (CCN 281548).
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, St. Croix Hospice received an overall rating of 3 stars. Among caregivers surveyed, 85% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 81% rated the hospice 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family caregivers of patients who received care from this hospice, as published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects a bundle of care processes hospices are expected to deliver, St. Croix Hospice scored 99.71, which is above the Nebraska state average of 97.56. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 77.2% of patients received visits from staff in the final days of life.
St. Croix Hospice's service area covers 257 ZIP codes, indicating a broad geographic reach from its Omaha office.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost information beyond this is included here. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, St. Croix Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 281548) since June 28, 2012. 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, St. Croix Hospice received an overall rating of 3 stars, with 85% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 81% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
St. Croix Hospice scored 99.71 on the CMS composite process measure, which is above the Nebraska state average of 97.56. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and that 77.2% of patients received visits from staff in the final days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
St. Croix Hospice serves 257 ZIP codes from its office in Omaha, Nebraska, in Douglas County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 257 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 determine quality, and CMS publishes the CAHPS and process measures above so families can compare care experiences regardless of ownership.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
St. Croix Hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 28, 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 focused on comfort for patients who have stopped curative treatment and are expected to have a limited life expectancy, typically 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 treatments aimed at curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up all care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where St. Croix Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (402) 609-4818 or check Medicare Care Compare to confirm.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care with St. Croix Hospice, contact the hospice directly at (402) 609-4818 and verify current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how a hospice's process scores compare to the state average, the geographic area served, and how long the hospice has been Medicare-certified — all of which are covered above using CMS Care Compare data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review St. Croix Hospice's official CMS data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/281548?state=NE.
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.