United Hospice & Palliative Care Of Arizona
Phoenix, AZ · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 031709)
CMS process measure: 79.28 (state average 94.29 — below state average)
Serves: 122 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (602) 296-4717 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
United Hospice & Palliative Care Of Arizona has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 85% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 79.28 compared to the Arizona state average of 94.29, placing it below the state average.
United Hospice & Palliative Care Of Arizona serves 122 ZIP codes from its Phoenix, Arizona office in Maricopa County.
Yes, United Hospice & Palliative Care Of Arizona is Medicare-certified (CCN 031709, since 2020); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
United Hospice & Palliative Care Of Arizona is a Medicare-certified hospice in Phoenix, Arizona, serving Maricopa County. Its ownership type is listed as "Other," and it has been Medicare-certified since May 8, 2020 (CCN 031709).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who completed the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider an overall rating of 4 stars. Among respondents, 85% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to family and friends, and 87% rated their overall experience as 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which tracks whether patients received care processes considered important during a hospice stay, this hospice scored 79.28, compared to the Arizona state average of 94.29 — placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 10, and notes that 48.6% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life. Where CMS has not published a particular measure for this hospice, this is often due to small patient counts, and should not be read as an indicator of poor quality.
This hospice reports serving a broad area, covering 122 ZIP codes from its Phoenix office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost details beyond that are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. United Hospice & Palliative Care Of Arizona is Medicare-certified (CCN 031709) since May 8, 2020, 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 a 4-star CAHPS rating, with 85% saying they would definitely recommend it and 87% rating their overall 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 79.28, compared to the Arizona state average of 94.29, placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes 48.6% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 122 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 122 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists its ownership type as "Other." Ownership type can relate to organizational structure, but families should weigh it alongside CAHPS survey results and quality measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since May 8, 2020.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment to manage symptoms and improve comfort, while hospice care focuses on comfort for those with a life expectancy of six months or less, generally when curative treatment is no longer being pursued.
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 or support, and patients can still receive treatment for symptom relief.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided; please contact United Hospice & Palliative Care Of Arizona at (602) 296-4717 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The CMS data does not describe intake steps; please contact United Hospice & Palliative Care Of Arizona at (602) 296-4717 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey ratings, quality measure scores, service area, staffing, and how care needs are met; contact United Hospice & Palliative Care Of Arizona at (602) 296-4717 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up United Hospice & Palliative Care Of Arizona (CCN 031709) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/031709?state=AZ.
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.