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Butler County Phns

Allison, IA · Medicare-certified home health agency (CCN 167095)

CMS quality rating: 2★ (state average 3★ — below state average)
Patient survey (HHCAHPS): not surveyed
Serves: 11 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (319) 267-2934 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗

Butler County Phns holds a 2-star CMS quality rating, below the Iowa state average of 3 stars. The agency's patient survey star rating is not provided in the available data, so it should be considered not yet rated on that measure.

Butler County Phns offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, and Home Health Aide services. It serves 11 ZIP codes from its Allison, Iowa office.

Yes, Butler County Phns is Medicare-certified, with CCN 167095, certified since 1978, so eligible home health services are covered under Medicare when ordered by a doctor. This certification status comes directly from CMS records.

CMS quality vs. benchmarks
Butler County Phns Butler County Phns: 2★ 2★ IA average IA average: 3★ 3★ National average National average: 3.25★ 3.25★
Nursing CarePhysical TherapyOccupational TherapySpeech PathologyHome Health Aide

About this agency

Butler County Phns is a Medicare-certified home health agency based in Allison, Iowa, operating under government ownership. The agency has been Medicare-certified since June 1, 1978, giving it a long-standing presence in the home health field.

Services offered include Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, and Home Health Aide services, according to CMS data. The agency serves a total of 11 ZIP codes from its Allison, Iowa office.

According to CMS Care Compare data, Butler County Phns holds a CMS quality star rating of 2 out of 5, which is below the Iowa state average of 3 stars. The agency's patient survey star rating is not provided in the available data, so it should be considered not yet rated on that measure until confirmed directly with the agency or on Care Compare.

On specific quality measures, CMS data show that 97.73% of patients received timely initiation of care, and 51.15% of patients showed improvement in walking or moving around during their episode of care.

This profile is based on CMS Care Compare data. Consumers should note that CMS does not publish cost figures for home health services, and none are included here. For the most current star ratings, quality measures, and service details, families are encouraged to consult the Care Compare website directly and to contact the agency for additional confirmation of current offerings and service area.

Questions families ask

Does Medicare pay for care from this agency?

Yes, Butler County Phns is Medicare-certified (CCN 167095, certified since 1978), so eligible home health services are covered under Medicare when ordered by a doctor.

What services does this agency offer?

The agency offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, and Home Health Aide services.

What is this agency's CMS quality star rating and how does it compare to the state average?

The agency has a 2-star CMS quality rating, which is below the Iowa state average of 3 stars.

What do patients say about this agency in the CMS patient survey?

A patient survey star rating is not included in the available data; contact the agency at (319) 267-2934 or check Medicare Care Compare for current survey results.

How do I check this agency's quality and staffing record?

You can review the agency's full quality data at the Medicare Care Compare page for CCN 167095.

What areas and ZIP codes does this agency serve?

The agency serves 11 ZIP codes from its Allison, Iowa location.

Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 11 this agency reports serving.

What questions should I ask before hiring this agency?

Consider asking about current staffing, specific quality measures, and service availability directly by calling (319) 267-2934 and reviewing Medicare Care Compare.

How long has this agency been Medicare-certified?

Butler County Phns has been Medicare-certified since June 1, 1978.

Who owns this agency — for-profit, non-profit, or government?

The agency is government-owned.

How much does home health care cost and who pays?

Cost figures are not published by CMS; contact the agency at (319) 267-2934 for information on payment and coverage.

How do I contact this agency to start care?

You can reach Butler County Phns by phone at (319) 267-2934.

What percentage of patients received timely initiation of care?

According to CMS data, 97.73% of patients received timely initiation of care.

What percentage of patients showed improvement in walking?

CMS data indicate that 51.15% of patients showed improvement in walking or moving around.

Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh); certified since 06/01/1978. Ratings are CMS's official measures, not Care Considered's opinion. Always verify current status with the agency and Medicare before arranging care.