Horizon Hospice Magic Valley
Twin Falls, ID · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 131516)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 95.18 — above state average)
Serves: 21 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (208) 344-6500 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said 79% would definitely recommend Horizon Hospice Magic Valley, and 81% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Idaho state average of 95.18.
Horizon Hospice Magic Valley serves 21 ZIP codes from its Twin Falls, ID office in Twin Falls County.
Yes, Horizon Hospice Magic Valley is Medicare-certified (CCN 131516, since 1994); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Horizon Hospice Magic Valley is a for-profit hospice based in Twin Falls, Idaho, serving families in Twin Falls County and the surrounding region. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since March 21, 1994, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 131516.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 79% would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 81% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects the consistent delivery of core care processes — Horizon Hospice Magic Valley scored 100.00, compared to a state average of 95.18, placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 49.2% of patients received visits from a registered nurse or medical social worker in the last days of life, according to CMS data.
Horizon Hospice Magic Valley's service area covers 21 ZIP codes from its Twin Falls office.
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 figures directly on Care Compare, since CMS updates its data periodically and some measures may be unavailable for hospices with small patient counts, which does not indicate poor quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Horizon Hospice Magic Valley has been Medicare-certified since March 21, 1994 (CCN 131516), 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?
According to CMS Care Compare, 79% of surveyed family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 81% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 100.00, compared to an Idaho state average of 95.18, putting it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 21 ZIP codes from its Twin Falls, Idaho office in Twin Falls County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 21 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Horizon Hospice Magic Valley is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality; CMS's survey and process scores offer more specific information about care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 21, 1994.
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 are no longer pursuing curative treatment, typically with a prognosis of six months or less if the illness runs its usual course.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; patients can still receive treatment for pain and other symptoms.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; contact Horizon Hospice Magic Valley at (208) 344-6500 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; contact Horizon Hospice Magic Valley at (208) 344-6500 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, staff availability, service area, and how care is coordinated; you can raise these with Horizon Hospice Magic Valley directly at (208) 344-6500.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Horizon Hospice Magic Valley (CCN 131516) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/131516?state=ID.
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.