Avalon Hospice
Cincinnati, OH · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 361704)
CMS process measure: 88.33 (state average 97.03 — below state average)
Serves: 47 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (513) 904-6189 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published a CAHPS family-caregiver star rating or percent-recommend figure for Avalon Hospice in Cincinnati, Ohio. Its composite process measure score is 88.33, which is below the Ohio state average of 97.03.
Avalon Hospice serves 47 ZIP codes from its Cincinnati, Ohio office in Hamilton County. Families in that broad area may be eligible for its Medicare-certified hospice services.
Yes, Avalon Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 361704, since March 9, 2018). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Avalon Hospice is a for-profit hospice located in Cincinnati, Ohio, serving Hamilton County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since March 9, 2018 (CCN 361704).
CMS Care Compare data does not show a published CAHPS star rating, percent of caregivers who would definitely recommend, or percent rating the hospice 9-10 for Avalon Hospice. This absence of survey figures does not indicate poor quality; CMS often withholds CAHPS results for hospices with smaller patient counts, and families should check Care Compare directly for the most current status.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, Avalon Hospice scores 88.33, which falls below the Ohio state average of 97.03. The related care index score reported is 10, and the reported percentage of visits occurring in the last days of life is 59.1%. Families are encouraged to review these measures alongside conversations with the hospice about how care is delivered.
Avalon Hospice reports serving 47 ZIP codes from its Cincinnati office, giving families across a broad area access to its Medicare-certified services.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and should be verified directly on that site for the latest vintage.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Avalon Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 361704) and has been since March 9, 2018; 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?
CMS has not published CAHPS survey results, such as a star rating or percent who would recommend, for Avalon Hospice, which often happens with hospices that have smaller patient counts.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Avalon Hospice's composite process measure score is 88.33, which is below the Ohio state average of 97.03; its care index score is 10 and 59.1% of visits occurred in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Avalon Hospice serves 47 ZIP codes from its Cincinnati, Ohio office in Hamilton County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 47 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Avalon Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type can be one factor to consider alongside CMS quality data when comparing hospices.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Avalon Hospice has been Medicare-certified since March 9, 2018.
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 decided to stop treatments aimed at curing their illness, typically when a doctor estimates 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, but patients can still receive treatment for pain, symptoms, and other conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Avalon Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (513) 904-6189 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care with Avalon Hospice, contact the hospice directly at (513) 904-6189 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
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 the state average, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact Avalon Hospice at (513) 904-6189 for specifics and review the details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Avalon Hospice's certification, quality measures, and service details at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/361704?state=OH.
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.