Hospice Of North Alabama, Llc
Huntsville, AL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 011622)
CMS process measure: 99.33 (state average 97.92 — above state average)
Serves: 141 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (256) 533-4300 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of North Alabama received a 4-star family caregiver rating from CMS, with 85% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its composite process score of 99.33 is above the Alabama state average of 97.92.
Hospice Of North Alabama serves 141 ZIP codes from its Huntsville, Alabama office in Madison County.
Yes, Hospice Of North Alabama, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 011622), since November 3, 2004; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of North Alabama, LLC is a Medicare-certified hospice based in Huntsville, Alabama, serving Madison County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since November 3, 2004, and is classified by CMS as an "Other" ownership type. According to CMS Care Compare data, the hospice serves 141 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad service area for families in and around Huntsville.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, this hospice received a 4-star rating. Among caregivers surveyed, 85% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 82% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the direct experiences reported by family caregivers of patients who received care.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently a hospice completes a bundle of recommended care processes — this hospice scored 99.33, compared to the Alabama state average of 97.92, placing it above the state average. CMS also reported a care index score of 9, and noted that 66.7% of patients had visits in the last days of life, according to available data.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as reported; families are encouraged to review the source data directly for the most current figures.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of North Alabama, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 011622) since November 3, 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, this hospice received a 4-star rating, with 85% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 82% rating their 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 99.33, compared to the Alabama state average of 97.92 — above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, this hospice serves 141 ZIP codes from its Huntsville, Alabama location in Madison County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 141 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists this hospice's ownership type as "Other." Ownership type can be worth knowing, but CMS quality and survey scores are based on care measures, not ownership category.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since November 3, 2004.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can begin at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment, focused on comfort and symptom relief; hospice care is specifically for people with a life-limiting illness who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies a life expectancy of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up all care, and patients can still receive medical attention for symptom management and support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact the hospice at (256) 533-4300 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact the hospice directly at (256) 533-4300 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey results, quality measures compared to state averages, service area, and how care is coordinated; you can review this hospice's published figures above and confirm any additional questions by calling (256) 533-4300 or checking Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up this hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/011622?state=AL using CCN 011622.
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.