Alive Hospice Inc
Nashville, TN · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 441501)
CMS process measure: 99.23 (state average 98.92 — at state average)
Serves: 134 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (615) 327-1085 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Alive Hospice has a 5-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 93% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.23 is at the Tennessee state average of 98.92.
Alive Hospice Inc serves 134 ZIP codes from its office in Nashville, Tennessee, located in Davidson County.
Yes, Alive Hospice Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 441501, since 1984); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Alive Hospice Inc is a non-profit hospice based in Nashville, Tennessee, serving families in Davidson County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since April 10, 1984.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Alive Hospice a 5-star rating for caregiver experience. Ninety-three percent of respondents said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 89 percent rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently the hospice completes recommended care processes, Alive Hospice scored 99.23, compared to a Tennessee state average of 98.92 — CMS classifies this as at the state average. The hospice's care index score is reported as 10. CMS also reports that 70.2% of patients received visits during the last days of life, based on the most recent published data.
Alive Hospice reports serving 134 ZIP codes from its Nashville office, indicating a broad service area within the region.
As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; this listing does not include cost information beyond that fact. All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data and may be updated periodically by CMS; families should confirm current figures directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Alive Hospice Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 441501) and has been since April 10, 1984. 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?
Families gave Alive Hospice a 5-star CAHPS rating, with 93% saying they would definitely recommend it and 89% rating their 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 99.23, compared to the Tennessee state average of 98.92 — CMS classifies this as at the state average. Its care index score is reported as 10.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Alive Hospice reports serving 134 ZIP codes from its Nashville, Davidson County office.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 134 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Alive Hospice Inc is a non-profit organization. Ownership type doesn't directly determine quality, but it can reflect an organization's mission and governance structure.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since April 10, 1984.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment, while hospice care focuses on comfort for those with a terminal diagnosis who have chosen to stop curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Alive Hospice at (615) 327-1085 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Please contact Alive Hospice at (615) 327-1085 to learn about starting care, and verify current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how the hospice performs on CMS quality measures, its service area, and how to begin care — contact Alive Hospice at (615) 327-1085 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Alive Hospice Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/441501?state=TN to confirm current CMS 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.