Alabama Department Of Public Health Home Care
Montgomery, AL · Medicare-certified home health agency (CCN 017000)
Patient survey (HHCAHPS): 5★
Serves: 452 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (334) 206-5341 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Alabama Department Of Public Health Home Care holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, below the Alabama state average of 4 stars, but has a 5-star patient survey rating. This suggests patients report positive experiences even though its overall quality star rating trails the state average.
Alabama Department Of Public Health Home Care offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services. It serves 452 ZIP codes from its Montgomery, AL office.
Yes, Alabama Department Of Public Health Home Care is Medicare-certified (CCN 017000, certified since 1966), so eligible home health services are covered under Medicare when ordered by a doctor. This certification has been in place for decades, reflecting long-standing participation in the Medicare program.
About this agency
Alabama Department Of Public Health Home Care is a Medicare-certified home health agency based in Montgomery, AL, certified since July 1, 1966. The agency is government-owned and offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services.
According to CMS Care Compare data, the agency holds a CMS quality star rating of 3, which is below the Alabama state average of 4 stars. However, its patient survey star rating is 5, reflecting favorable patient-reported experiences. CMS data also show that 97.82% of patients received timely initiation of care, and 85.16% of patients showed improvement in walking or moving around during the course of home health care.
The agency reports serving 452 ZIP codes from its Montgomery, AL office, indicating a broad service area. These figures represent a snapshot of CMS Care Compare data and may be updated periodically by CMS; consumers should check the official Care Compare listing for the most current figures.
This profile does not include cost information, as CMS does not publish pricing for home health services. Prospective patients and caregivers are encouraged to contact the agency directly or consult Medicare Care Compare for further details on staffing, current availability, and other specifics not captured in this summary.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare pay for care from this agency?
Yes, Alabama Department Of Public Health Home Care is Medicare-certified (CCN 017000, certified since July 1, 1966), so eligible home health services are covered under Medicare when ordered by a doctor.
What services does this agency offer?
The agency offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services.
What is this agency's CMS quality star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The agency has a 3-star CMS quality rating, which is below the Alabama state average of 4 stars.
What do patients say about this agency in the CMS patient survey?
The agency has a 5-star patient survey rating, indicating favorable patient-reported experiences.
How do I check this agency's quality and staffing record?
You can review the agency's full quality and staffing details on Medicare Care Compare at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/home-health/017000?state=AL.
What areas and ZIP codes does this agency serve?
The agency serves 452 ZIP codes from its Montgomery, AL office.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 452 this agency reports serving.
What questions should I ask before hiring this agency?
Consider asking about current staff availability, scheduling, and specific care plans; contact the agency at (334) 206-5341 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What is the difference between home health care and non-medical home care?
This data does not address that distinction; contact the agency at (334) 206-5341 and verify on Medicare Care Compare for clarification.
How long has this agency been Medicare-certified?
The agency has been Medicare-certified since July 1, 1966.
Who owns this agency — for-profit, non-profit, or government?
The agency is government-owned.
How much does home health care cost and who pays?
Cost information is not published by CMS; contact the agency at (334) 206-5341 and verify on Medicare Care Compare for payment details.
How do I contact this agency to start care?
You can reach the agency at (334) 206-5341 to inquire about starting care.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh); certified since 07/01/1966. Ratings are CMS's official measures, not Care Considered's opinion. Always verify current status with the agency and Medicare before arranging care.