Ur Medicine Hospice
Webster, NY · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 331550)
CMS process measure: 98.22 (state average 97.72 — at state average)
Serves: 105 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (585) 787-8315 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Ur Medicine Hospice received 4 out of 5 stars from family caregivers on the CMS survey, with 88% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.22 is at the New York state average of 97.72.
Ur Medicine Hospice serves 105 ZIP codes from its office in Webster, New York, in Monroe County.
Yes, Ur Medicine Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 331550, certified since 1992); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Ur Medicine Hospice is a Medicare-certified hospice located in Webster, New York, serving families in Monroe County and the surrounding region. The hospice is classified as 'Other' ownership type and has been Medicare-certified since June 5, 1992, giving it a long history of caring for patients and families in the area.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Of those surveyed, 88% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes, Ur Medicine Hospice scored 98.22, compared to a New York state average of 97.72 — placing it at the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice.
Ur Medicine Hospice serves a broad area, covering 105 ZIP codes from its Webster office. As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies a terminal prognosis.
All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not listed here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often the result of small patient survey counts rather than any indication of quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Ur Medicine Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 331550) and has been since June 5, 1992. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies a terminal prognosis.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
Family caregivers gave Ur Medicine Hospice an overall CAHPS rating of 4 stars. 88% said they would definitely recommend the hospice, and 85% rated 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 98.22, compared to a New York state average of 97.72, which CMS classifies as at the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Ur Medicine Hospice serves 105 ZIP codes from its office in Webster, New York, in Monroe County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 105 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 reflect organizational structure, but it does not by itself indicate quality of care — CMS's quality measures and family survey results are a more direct measure of experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Ur Medicine Hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 5, 1992.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief and can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of illness, while hospice care is for people 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 focusing care on comfort, dignity, and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness; it does not mean giving up all care, and patients can still receive treatment for unrelated conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This information is not included in the CMS data provided. Please contact Ur Medicine Hospice at (585) 787-8315 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The steps to begin care are not included in the CMS data provided. Please contact Ur Medicine Hospice at (585) 787-8315 to discuss the process, and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about family caregiver satisfaction ratings, how a hospice's quality measures compare to the state average, the size of its service area, and how long it has been Medicare-certified — all of which are reported here from CMS data. For questions about services or staffing, contact Ur Medicine Hospice directly at (585) 787-8315.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Ur Medicine Hospice (CCN 331550) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/331550?state=NY to review its current CMS ratings and 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.