Compassus Hospice Albuquerque South
Albuquerque, NM · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 321556)
CMS process measure: 99.77 (state average 95.93 — above state average)
Serves: 98 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (505) 881-5342 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Compassus Hospice Albuquerque South received a 2-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 76% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 99.77, above the New Mexico state average of 95.93.
Compassus Hospice Albuquerque South serves 98 ZIP codes from its Albuquerque, New Mexico office in Bernalillo County.
Yes, Compassus Hospice Albuquerque South is Medicare-certified (CCN 321556), certified since 2005. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Compassus Hospice Albuquerque South is a for-profit hospice based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, serving families in Bernalillo County and surrounding areas. According to CMS Care Compare data, this hospice has been Medicare-certified since February 9, 2005.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, this hospice received a rating of 2 stars. Among family caregivers surveyed, 76% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 72% rated their overall experience of care between 9 and 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the experiences reported by caregivers of patients who received care from this hospice, as published by CMS.
On the CMS composite process measure, which tracks how consistently a hospice delivers a bundle of recommended care practices, this hospice scored 99.77, compared to a New Mexico state average of 95.93 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 61.3% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, based on CMS data.
This hospice's service area, as listed on Care Compare, spans 98 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. No cost information beyond this is included here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to review the most current data directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Compassus Hospice Albuquerque South is Medicare-certified (CCN 321556), certified since February 9, 2005, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who are eligible and certified by a doctor.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
CMS's CAHPS survey gives this hospice a 2-star family caregiver rating, with 76% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 72% rating their overall 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 99.77, compared to the New Mexico state average of 95.93, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, this hospice serves 98 ZIP codes from its Albuquerque, New Mexico office in Bernalillo County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 98 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is for-profit. Ownership type does not directly determine quality; CMS quality and survey scores are better indicators of the care patients report receiving.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since February 9, 2005.
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 pursuing 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 on care, symptom management, or support for the patient and family.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This isn't specified in the CMS data provided; please contact the hospice at (505) 881-5342 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided doesn't cover intake steps; please contact the hospice directly at (505) 881-5342 to learn how to begin care, and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how a hospice's quality scores compare to state averages, and its service area — all of which are covered above using CMS data; for specifics not covered here, contact the hospice at (505) 881-5342.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up this hospice using CCN 321556 at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/321556?state=NM 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.