Winnmed Hospice
Decorah, IA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 161553)
CMS process measure: 96.61 (state average 97.19 — at state average)
Serves: 23 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (563) 387-3024 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Winnmed Hospice has a 5-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 94% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 96.61 is about at the Iowa state average of 97.19.
Winnmed Hospice serves 23 ZIP codes from its office in Decorah, Iowa, in Winneshiek County.
Yes, Winnmed Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 161553, since 1996); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Winnmed Hospice is a non-profit hospice based in Decorah, Iowa, serving Winneshiek County and surrounding communities. It has been Medicare-certified since October 9, 1996 (CCN 161553).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Winnmed Hospice a 5-star rating. Among respondents, 94% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 91% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences of caregivers who completed the survey and are published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, Winnmed Hospice scored 96.61, which CMS characterizes as at the state average for Iowa (97.19). This measure reflects how consistently the hospice performed a set of recommended care processes. CMS has also published a care index score of 10 and reported that 87.9% of patients received visits in the final days of life, according to the available data.
Winnmed Hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 23 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost details beyond this are included here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not listed, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which often happens with hospices serving smaller numbers of patients, and does not indicate poor quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Winnmed Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 161553) since October 9, 1996, 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?
CMS data shows a 5-star CAHPS rating, with 94% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend Winnmed Hospice and 91% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Winnmed Hospice's composite process score is 96.61, which CMS lists as about at the Iowa state average of 97.19.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Winnmed Hospice serves 23 ZIP codes from its Decorah, Iowa office in Winneshiek County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 23 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Winnmed Hospice is organized as a non-profit. Ownership type doesn't directly determine quality, but it's a factor some families like to consider alongside CMS ratings.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Winnmed Hospice has been Medicare-certified since October 9, 1996.
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 those with a terminal diagnosis who are no longer pursuing curative treatment, typically with a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Hospice does not mean giving up care — it shifts the focus from curing an illness to comfort, symptom management, and quality of life; patients can still receive treatment for other conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided doesn't specify care settings for Winnmed Hospice; please contact them at (563) 387-3024 or 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 Winnmed Hospice at (563) 387-3024 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about CAHPS satisfaction scores, staffing, how quickly care can begin, and available support services — contact Winnmed Hospice at (563) 387-3024 for specifics, and review CMS Care Compare for published quality measures.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Winnmed Hospice's official CMS listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/161553?state=IA.
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.