Suncoast Hospice
Palm Harbor, FL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 101508)
CMS process measure: 96.11 (state average 97.19 — below state average)
Serves: 139 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (727) 467-7423 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Suncoast Hospice has a CAHPS family-caregiver star rating of 3 out of 5, with 85% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 96.11 is below the Florida state average of 97.19.
Suncoast Hospice serves 139 ZIP codes from its Palm Harbor, Florida office in Pinellas County. Families outside this area should contact the hospice directly to confirm coverage.
Yes, Suncoast Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 101508, certified since 1984). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Suncoast Hospice, based in Palm Harbor, Florida, is a non-profit hospice serving Pinellas County and has been Medicare-certified since July 16, 1984. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, family caregivers gave Suncoast Hospice an overall CAHPS star rating of 3 out of 5. Among caregivers surveyed, 85% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 80% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
CMS also publishes a composite process measure, reflecting how consistently a hospice performs a set of recommended care processes. Suncoast Hospice's composite process score is 96.11, which is below the Florida state average of 97.19. A separate care index score of 10 and a measure of visits in the last days of life (70.3%) are also reported by CMS, though these figures should be reviewed on Care Compare for full context, as CMS does not always publish every measure for every hospice, often because of small patient counts — this does not indicate poor quality.
Suncoast Hospice reports serving a broad area, covering 139 ZIP codes from its Palm Harbor office. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data as published; families are encouraged to view the most current data directly on Care Compare and to contact the hospice directly for details not covered by these measures.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Suncoast Hospice?
Yes. Suncoast Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 101508), certified since July 16, 1984, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
CMS survey data shows an overall CAHPS star rating of 3 out of 5, with 85% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend Suncoast Hospice and 80% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 96.11, which is below the Florida state average of 97.19, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Suncoast Hospice serves 139 ZIP codes from its Palm Harbor, Florida office in Pinellas County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 139 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Suncoast Hospice is a non-profit organization. Ownership type can affect how a hospice is funded and governed, but CMS quality measures apply regardless of ownership.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Suncoast Hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 16, 1984.
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 curing an illness, 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 to comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness; it does not mean giving up all care, and patients may still receive treatment for unrelated conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Suncoast Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (727) 467-7423 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care with Suncoast Hospice, contact them directly at (727) 467-7423 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about services offered, staff availability, how care is coordinated, and caregiver support; contact Suncoast Hospice at (727) 467-7423 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Suncoast Hospice's current CMS data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/101508?state=FL.
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.