Amedisys Hospice
Tucson, AZ · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 031501)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 94.29 — above state average)
Serves: 45 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (520) 205-7700 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Families who responded to the CMS survey for Amedisys Hospice reported strong experiences: 92% said they would definitely recommend the hospice, and its composite process score of 100.00 is above the Arizona state average of 94.29. CMS has not published a specific star rating for this hospice in the available data.
Amedisys Hospice serves 45 ZIP codes from its Tucson, Arizona office in Pima County.
Yes, Amedisys Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 031501, since 1983); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Amedisys Hospice, located in Tucson, Arizona, has been a Medicare-certified hospice provider since November 1, 1983, serving families in Pima County and beyond. Its ownership type is classified by CMS as "Other."
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who participated in the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 92% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 90% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently a hospice completes a bundle of recommended care processes — Amedisys Hospice scored 100.00, compared to the Arizona state average of 94.29, placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 85.3% of patients received visits from staff during the last days of life, based on the most recent published data.
Amedisys Hospice serves patients across 45 ZIP codes from its Tucson office, indicating a broad regional service area.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare, as CMS updates these figures periodically.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Amedisys Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 031501), certified since November 1, 1983. 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?
In the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey, 92% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Amedisys Hospice, and 90% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate star rating for this hospice in the data provided.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Amedisys Hospice's composite process score is 100.00, compared to Arizona's state average of 94.29, placing it above the state average. CMS also reports 85.3% of patients received visits from staff during the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Amedisys Hospice serves 45 ZIP codes from its office in Tucson, Arizona, in Pima County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 45 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS classifies Amedisys Hospice's ownership type as "Other." Ownership type alone does not determine quality of care; CMS quality measures and survey results offer more direct insight into patient experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Amedisys Hospice has been Medicare-certified since November 1, 1983.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness to relieve symptoms and stress, while hospice care is generally for patients who have decided to stop curative treatment and are expected to have six months or less to live, focusing on comfort and quality of life.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care from curing an illness to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care, and patients can still receive treatment for other conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This information is not included in the CMS data provided; please contact Amedisys Hospice at (520) 205-7700 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; please contact Amedisys Hospice at (520) 205-7700 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, how a hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, and the size of its service area — all of which can be found on Medicare Care Compare, alongside speaking directly with the hospice at (520) 205-7700.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Amedisys Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/031501?state=AZ.
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.