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You shouldn’t have to guess about hospice care.
Choosing hospice for someone you love is one of the hardest decisions you’ll ever make. You deserve real information — not sales pitches.
We use quality data from CMS to show you how every hospice provider actually performs. Plain language. No referral fees. Just the facts.
Compare hospice providers across all 50 states.
What you’ll find here
The government collects detailed quality data on every hospice in the country. Most people never see it. We make it readable.
Quality scores that make sense
CMS evaluates every hospice on care quality, patient comfort, and family satisfaction. We translate those numbers into something you can actually use — so you can see at a glance who’s doing well and who isn’t.
Real comparisons, not rankings
A score without context is meaningless. We compare each provider against their state average so you can tell who genuinely stands out in your area — not just who looks good on paper.
Nobody is paying to be here
No referral fees. No paid placements. No “featured” listings. Every provider profile comes from the same public data. The only thing that determines how a hospice looks on this site is how they actually perform.
If you’re new to hospice, start here
There are a lot of misconceptions about hospice care. Here’s what it actually is — and what it isn’t.
Hospice is comfort care, not giving up
Hospice shifts the focus from curing an illness to managing pain, providing dignity, and supporting quality of life. It’s not about stopping care — it’s about changing what kind of care your loved one receives. Many families say they wish they’d started sooner.
It happens where your loved one already is
Most hospice care is provided at home. A team of nurses, aides, social workers, and chaplains comes to you. Some providers also operate in nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or dedicated hospice centers. You don’t have to move anyone anywhere.
Medicare covers it — and you can choose your provider
Medicare Part A covers hospice care at 100% for eligible patients, including medications, equipment, and support services. Most Medicaid plans and many private insurers cover it too. And you have the right to choose which hospice provider you want — which is exactly why comparing quality matters.
The care team supports the whole family
Hospice isn’t just for the patient. It includes grief counseling, respite care for caregivers, and spiritual support for anyone who wants it. The goal is to help your entire family through this time — not just manage a diagnosis.
How to compare providers
Three steps. No account needed. Completely free.
Search your city
Enter your city or browse by state. We’ll show you every Medicare-certified hospice provider in your area.
Compare quality scores
See how each provider performs on care quality, patient comfort, and family satisfaction — compared against their state average.
Make a confident call
Use what you learn here to have a better conversation with your doctor, hospital, or the hospice providers themselves. You’ll know what to ask.
Questions families often ask
You’re not the first person to feel unsure about this. These are the questions we hear most.
When is it time to consider hospice?
Generally, hospice is an option when a doctor believes a patient has six months or less to live if the illness runs its normal course. But that’s a guideline, not a deadline. Many people receive hospice care for longer. If your loved one is spending more time managing symptoms than living, it may be time to have the conversation.
Does choosing hospice mean we’re giving up?
No. It means you’re choosing to focus on comfort and quality of life instead of treatments that may no longer be helping. Patients can leave hospice at any time if their condition improves or if they decide to pursue curative treatment again. It’s not a one-way door.
Can we really choose which hospice provider we use?
Yes. This is your right, and it matters more than most people realize. Hospitals and doctors may recommend a provider, but the choice is yours. Quality varies significantly between providers — even in the same city. That’s why we built this site.
What does “quality” actually mean for hospice care?
CMS measures things like whether patients got the right help with pain and breathing, whether the care team communicated well with families, and whether the provider followed through on what they promised. We break all of this down on each provider’s profile so you can see exactly where they excel or fall short.
Where does the data on this site come from?
Every number on Wayven comes from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the federal agency that certifies and monitors hospice providers. We don’t collect reviews, accept advertising, or let providers edit their profiles. What you see is what CMS reported.
What to look for in a hospice provider
Quality scores are a starting point. Here are the things that matter most when you’re making this decision.
Response time
Ask how quickly they can have someone at your home in a crisis. The best providers offer 24/7 on-call nurses who can arrive within an hour.
Pain management approach
How aggressively do they manage pain and symptoms? Ask about their protocols and whether they have pharmacists on staff or on call.
Staff continuity
Will the same nurse visit each time, or will you see someone different every week? Consistency makes an enormous difference in comfort and trust.
Family support services
Look for providers that offer caregiver respite, bereavement counseling, and help navigating the practical side — like what to do in the final days and after.
For-profit vs. non-profit
Both can provide excellent care. But research shows non-profit hospices tend to offer more volunteer hours and additional services. We show ownership type on every provider profile.
Specialized programs
Some providers have specific experience with dementia, pediatric care, or veteran-focused programs. Ask whether they’ve cared for patients with your loved one’s condition.
Browse by state
Explore hospice providers across all 50 states and U.S. territories.
You don’t have to figure this out alone
The fact that you’re here, researching, comparing, trying to make the right call — that already says a lot about how much you care.
Use this site to get informed. Then talk to the providers directly. Ask them the hard questions. You’ll know which ones to ask.
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