Hospice Of Jefferson County
Oskaloosa, KS · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 171520)
CMS process measure: 88.64 (state average 95.71 — below state average)
Serves: 14 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (785) 403-0025 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS gave Hospice Of Jefferson County high marks, with 95% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, it scored 88.64, below the Kansas state average of 95.71.
Hospice Of Jefferson County serves 14 ZIP codes from its office in Oskaloosa, Kansas, in Jefferson County.
Yes, Hospice Of Jefferson County is Medicare-certified (CCN 171520, since 1993); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of Jefferson County is a government-owned hospice based in Oskaloosa, Kansas, serving families in Jefferson County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since April 23, 1993, meaning it has met federal standards for hospice care for over three decades.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported high satisfaction: 95% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 95% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a distinct star rating figure for this hospice in the data available here.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care practices, Hospice Of Jefferson County scored 88.64, which falls below the Kansas state average of 95.71. A separate care index figure of 9 was also reported, along with 75.3% for the measure tracking visits near the end of life; families are encouraged to review these details directly on Care Compare for full context.
The hospice's service area covers 14 ZIP codes from its Oskaloosa office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no additional cost information is provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published for this hospice, and families are encouraged to verify current details directly on that site.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of Jefferson County is Medicare-certified under CCN 171520, certified since April 23, 1993, 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?
In the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey, 95% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 95% rated 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-of-care score is 88.64, which is below the Kansas state average of 95.71.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 14 ZIP codes from its office in Oskaloosa, Kansas, in Jefferson County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 14 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is government-owned. Ownership type can affect organizational structure, but CMS quality measures are the more direct way to compare care experiences.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since April 23, 1993, over 30 years.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort for patients who have stopped curative treatment and are typically expected to have a limited life expectancy.
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?
The data provided doesn't specify care settings for this hospice; contact Hospice Of Jefferson County at (785) 403-0025 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data here doesn't cover intake steps; contact Hospice Of Jefferson County at (785) 403-0025 to ask about starting care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about CMS satisfaction scores, quality measures, service area, and ownership — all covered here — as well as staffing and specific services, which you should confirm directly with the hospice at (785) 403-0025.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Of Jefferson County directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/171520?state=KS to review 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.