Atlas Hospice
Layton, UT · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 461535)
CMS process measure: 97.19 (state average 95.57 — above state average)
Serves: 88 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (801) 771-9099 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Atlas Hospice has a 2-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 75% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 97.19 is above the Utah state average of 95.57.
Atlas Hospice serves 88 ZIP codes from its office in Layton, Utah, located in Davis County.
Yes, Atlas Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 461535), certified since March 16, 2004; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Atlas Hospice is a for-profit hospice agency based in Layton, Utah, in Davis County. It has been Medicare-certified since March 16, 2004, meaning it has met federal health and safety requirements for hospice care for over two decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Atlas Hospice a 2-star rating. Among survey respondents, 75% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 76% rated their overall experience of care a 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Atlas Hospice scored 97.19, which is above the Utah state average of 95.57. CMS also reports that 70.8% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, and a care index score of 10 is on record.
Atlas Hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 88 ZIP codes, indicating a fairly broad reach from its Layton office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond this are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent published survey and quality-measure vintage available for this hospice. Families are encouraged to review the CMS Care Compare website directly for the latest figures and any measures not covered here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Atlas Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 461535) since March 16, 2004, and 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?
Family caregivers gave Atlas Hospice a 2-star CAHPS rating, with 75% saying they would definitely recommend it and 76% rating their overall care experience a 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Atlas Hospice's composite process score is 97.19, which is above the Utah state average of 95.57, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data shows Atlas Hospice serves 88 ZIP codes from its office in Layton, Davis County, Utah.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 88 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Atlas Hospice is a for-profit agency; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, so it's best considered alongside CAHPS survey results and quality measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Atlas Hospice has been Medicare-certified since March 16, 2004.
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 patients who have stopped curative treatment and typically have a life expectancy of six months or less.
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 care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided; please contact Atlas Hospice at (801) 771-9099 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; contact Atlas Hospice directly at (801) 771-9099 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how the hospice performs on CMS quality measures, and its service area; contact Atlas Hospice at (801) 771-9099 for specifics not covered in this listing.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Atlas Hospice (CCN 461535) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/461535?state=UT to confirm current ratings and measures.
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.