Suncrest Hospice Illinois Llc
Northbrook, IL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 141696)
CMS process measure: 99.9 (state average 96.22 — above state average)
Serves: 261 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (847) 983-0017 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Suncrest Hospice Illinois has a CMS CAHPS family caregiver rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with 84% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.90 is above the Illinois state average of 96.22.
Suncrest Hospice Illinois serves 261 ZIP codes from its Northbrook, Illinois office in Cook County, according to CMS data.
Yes, Suncrest Hospice Illinois LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 141696, since 2018); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Suncrest Hospice Illinois LLC is a for-profit hospice based in Northbrook, Illinois, in Cook County. According to CMS Care Compare data, it has been Medicare-certified since January 1, 2018 (CCN 141696).
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, Suncrest Hospice Illinois received an overall star rating of 3 out of 5. Among caregivers surveyed, 84% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 83% rated their experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family caregivers of patients cared for by this hospice, as published by CMS.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice follows recommended care processes, Suncrest Hospice Illinois scored 99.90, which is above the Illinois state average of 96.22. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 65.5% of patients, based on CMS data.
Suncrest Hospice Illinois reports serving 261 ZIP codes from its Northbrook office, indicating a broad service area across the region.
All figures in this profile are drawn from CMS Care Compare data. As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here. Families are encouraged to verify current information directly on Medicare Care Compare or by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Suncrest Hospice Illinois LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 141696, since January 1, 2018), 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 survey, Suncrest Hospice Illinois received an overall star rating of 3 out of 5, with 84% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend the hospice and 83% 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 99.90, which is above the Illinois state average of 96.22.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Suncrest Hospice Illinois serves 261 ZIP codes from its Northbrook, Illinois office in Cook County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 261 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Suncrest Hospice Illinois is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality, but it is one factor families may want to consider alongside CMS quality data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Suncrest Hospice Illinois has been Medicare-certified since January 1, 2018.
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 focuses on comfort for patients who have chosen to stop curative treatment and are typically expected to have a limited life expectancy.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness; it does not mean giving up care, and patients continue to receive medical attention aimed at managing symptoms and supporting well-being.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; please contact Suncrest Hospice Illinois at (847) 983-0017 or verify on Medicare Care Compare for details.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care, contact Suncrest Hospice Illinois at (847) 983-0017 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, quality measure scores compared to state averages, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact Suncrest Hospice Illinois at (847) 983-0017 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Suncrest Hospice Illinois's current CMS data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/141696?state=IL.
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.