CRANBERRY HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 36 CORDAGE PARK CIRCLE, SUITE 326
PLYMOUTH, MA 02360 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 23, 1988
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CMS Quality Ratings
Composite score combining quality measures and patient survey results.
Based on the CMS Hospice Care Index — 10 operational quality indicators including visits near death, nursing minutes, and care transitions.
CAHPS Hospice Survey — family caregivers rate communication, symptom management, respect, and overall experience.
CMS scores as of May 2026. Quality of Care derived from CMS Hospice Care Index. Patient Satisfaction from the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey. Overall is the equally-weighted average of both. All source data published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Staffing & Capacity
| Role | Staff Count |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 25 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Physicians | 1 |
37
Total Employees
Staffing data as reported to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Inpatient Care and Medical Equipment
Hospices report these services to Medicare when they are certified. This is what CRANBERRY HOSPICE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Both provided directly and arranged with other facilities
- Type of inpatient care
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Supplied directly by this hospice
Short stays in a hospice inpatient unit, hospital, or nursing home for pain or symptoms that cannot be managed where the patient lives, or to give family caregivers a break.
Equipment and supplies tied to the terminal illness and the plan of care, such as a hospital bed, oxygen, wound supplies, or a wheelchair.
Medicare lets hospices provide these services through arrangements with other organizations. Either way, the hospice stays responsible for the covered care in the patient’s plan of care.
Reported by this hospice to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services when it was certified in 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how CRANBERRY HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
10.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 31st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
127
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
How this hospice compares nationally
Bars show national standing on measures from the CMS Hospice Care Index. A fuller bar means this hospice does better than more of the hospices CMS tracks.
- Nurse care minutes per home care day10.6 min
Ranks better than about 31% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The average minutes of nursing care per day for patients getting routine care at home, based on Medicare claims. More nurse time usually means more hands-on support.
- Skilled nursing on weekends17.2%
Ranks better than about 91% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of skilled nursing time delivered on Saturdays and Sundays. Symptoms do not wait for weekdays, so weekend coverage matters.
- Nurse visits in the last days of life97.2%
Ranks better than about 81% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who got nurse visits in their final days of life. This is when families tend to need the most support.
- Gaps in nursing visits71.3%
Ranks better than about 24% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
How often patients went more than a week without a nursing visit. Fewer gaps mean steadier attention.
- Patients discharged alive early in care4.8%
Ranks better than about 61% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice alive within the first week of care. A rate of 0% means it did not happen to any of their patients.
- Patients discharged alive after 6 months46%
Ranks better than about 26% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients discharged alive after six months or more in hospice care.
- Hospital transfers near the end of care4.8%
Ranks better than about 63% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, spent time in the hospital, then came back to hospice.
- Hospital stays that interrupt hospice3.2%
Ranks better than about 23% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, went to the hospital, and died there soon after.
- Days at higher levels of care (CHC or GIP)79th percentile
What this measures
The share of care days delivered at higher levels, such as continuous home care or inpatient care. Shown only as a national rank because small percentages round to zero.
- Medicare spending per patient$21,711 · 69th percentile
What this measures
What Medicare paid per patient for this hospice's care. Higher or lower spending is not a quality judgment by itself.
Care steps completed at admissionShow detailsMedicare tracked 9 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 86.5% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.7%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.5%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life86.5%
- All care steps completed99.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer27%
- Dementia24%
- Heart and circulatory disease12%
- Lung and respiratory disease8%
- Stroke9%
- Other conditions22%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Supportive Care in Plymouth
Cranberry Hospice provides end-of-life care for families in Plymouth, Massachusetts. Located at 36 Cordage Park Circle, this team focuses on comfort and dignity for patients during their final months. They offer a full range of hospice services designed to manage symptoms and support loved ones. Choosing the right partner for this journey matters deeply. That is why having a team nearby in Plymouth makes a real difference. They focus on the person, not just the illness. This approach helps families find peace during a very tough time. The staff works hard to ensure every patient feels heard and valued every single day.
About CRANBERRY HOSPICE
Cranberry Hospice operates as a non-profit organization. This means they put their resources directly back into patient care rather than focusing on profits. They have been Medicare certified since June 23, 1988. That is over three decades of experience in the local community. Long-standing roots often mean a team has strong ties to local doctors and hospitals. You should know that non-profit status can influence the culture of care. These teams often have more flexibility to offer extra support services for families. Here is the thing—their long history suggests they have navigated many changes in healthcare while keeping their focus steady. It provides a sense of stability when you need it most. You can feel confident that they have seen it all before and know how to help your family manage the road ahead.
Top-Tier Quality Ratings
Understanding Hospice Care in PLYMOUTH
Hospice care in Plymouth is about improving quality of life when a cure is no longer the goal. It is not about giving up. Instead, it is about choosing a path that prioritizes pain relief and emotional support. Most people do not realize that hospice can happen in your own home. You do not have to move to a facility. The team comes to you. This keeps the patient in a familiar, comforting space surrounded by their own things. And for families, having a nurse or aide visit regularly can take a huge weight off their shoulders. It allows you to spend your time being a daughter, son, or spouse rather than a caregiver. That shift in focus changes everything. It turns a time of crisis into a time of connection and gentle care.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a provider is a big decision. You need to ask the right questions to find the best fit. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. You need to know that help is truly available 24/7. Second, ask how they handle pain management. Every patient has different needs, and a good team will have a clear plan for your loved one. Third, ask about the volunteer program. Volunteers can offer companionship, which is a gift for both the patient and the primary caregiver. Finally, ask what happens if the patient's condition changes suddenly. Will they explain every step of the process clearly? You deserve a team that speaks in plain language. Never feel bad about asking for more details until you feel fully comfortable with their plan.
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