Staten Island University Hospital Univ Hospice
Staten Island, NY · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 331551)
CMS process measure: 98.73 (state average 97.72 — above state average)
Serves: 48 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (718) 226-6450 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Staten Island University Hospital Univ Hospice earned a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 85% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.73 is above the New York state average of 97.72.
Staten Island University Hospital Univ Hospice serves 48 ZIP codes from its Staten Island, NY office in Richmond County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is covered by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Staten Island University Hospital Univ Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 331551, since 1992); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility. No additional cost details are provided beyond this.
About this hospice
Staten Island University Hospital Univ Hospice is a non-profit hospice provider located in Staten Island, New York, serving families in Richmond County. It has been Medicare-certified since March 31, 1992 (CCN 331551), meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care for over three decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Eighty-five percent of surveyed caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 82% rated their overall experience with the hospice a 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers a bundle of recommended care processes, this hospice scored 98.73, which is above the New York state average of 97.72. This suggests that, based on the most recent CMS data, this hospice performs process-of-care measures at a rate slightly higher than typical for hospices in the state.
This hospice reports serving 48 ZIP codes from its Staten Island office, indicating a relatively broad service area within its region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to review the source directly for the most current information.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, this hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 331551) since March 31, 1992, 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 Hospice Survey, this hospice received a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 85% saying they would definitely recommend it and 82% rating their overall experience a 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 98.73, which is above the New York state average of 97.72, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice serves 48 ZIP codes from its office in Staten Island, Richmond County, New York.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 48 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is organized as a non-profit; ownership type is one factor among several CMS reports, but it does not by itself determine quality of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 31, 1992, more than 30 years as of the latest CMS data.
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 generally for those with a terminal diagnosis 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 toward comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness; it does not mean giving up all care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify the settings where this hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (718) 226-6450 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe intake steps; please contact the hospice directly at (718) 226-6450 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality measure scores, service area, and how care is coordinated; you can review these details for this hospice on Medicare Care Compare and confirm specifics by calling (718) 226-6450.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up this hospice, CCN 331551, at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/331551?state=NY to view its current CMS-reported ratings and 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.