Suncrest Hospice Phoenix, Llc
Phoenix, AZ · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 031654)
CMS process measure: 99.28 (state average 94.29 — above state average)
Serves: 140 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (602) 633-1828 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Suncrest Hospice Phoenix received 4 stars from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 86% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.28 is above the Arizona state average of 94.29.
Suncrest Hospice Phoenix serves 140 ZIP codes from its Phoenix, Arizona office in Maricopa County.
Yes, Suncrest Hospice Phoenix, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 031654, since 2016); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Suncrest Hospice Phoenix, LLC is a for-profit hospice serving Phoenix, Arizona and the surrounding Maricopa County area. It has been Medicare-certified since October 17, 2016, and is identified in CMS records by CCN 031654.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data (CAHPS), family caregivers rated this hospice 4 stars overall. Among surveyed families, 86% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 84% gave it an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by families of patients cared for by this hospice, as published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects the percentage of recommended care processes delivered, Suncrest Hospice Phoenix scored 99.28, compared to the Arizona state average of 94.29 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 59.5% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life, as measured by CMS.
Suncrest Hospice Phoenix reports serving 140 ZIP codes from its Phoenix office, indicating a broad service area within the region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to verify current details directly with CMS.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Suncrest Hospice Phoenix, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 031654) since October 17, 2016, 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?
Family caregivers gave this hospice 4 stars overall, with 86% saying they would definitely recommend it and 84% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10, per CMS CAHPS data.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 99.28, above the Arizona state average of 94.29, and CMS lists a care index score of 10.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Suncrest Hospice Phoenix serves 140 ZIP codes from its Phoenix, Arizona office in Maricopa County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 140 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but CMS publishes it so families can compare providers.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since October 17, 2016.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort when curative treatment is no longer being pursued and a doctor has certified a life-limiting prognosis.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No — 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 pain and other symptoms.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided doesn't specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Suncrest Hospice Phoenix at (602) 633-1828 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Please contact Suncrest Hospice Phoenix directly at (602) 633-1828 to learn about starting care, and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality scores compared to state averages, service area, and staffing; contact the hospice at (602) 633-1828 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Suncrest Hospice Phoenix (CCN 031654) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/031654?state=AZ to review CMS's published data.
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.