Homeward Bound Home Health
Lancaster, WI · Medicare-certified home health agency (CCN 527258)
Patient survey (HHCAHPS): 4★
Serves: 54 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (608) 723-6601 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Homeward Bound Home Health holds a 2-star CMS quality rating, which is below the Wisconsin state average of 3.5 stars, but it has a 4-star patient survey rating from patients. Families should weigh both figures and review the full CMS Care Compare listing before deciding.
Homeward Bound Home Health offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, and Home Health Aide services. It serves 54 ZIP codes from its office in Lancaster, Wisconsin.
Yes, Homeward Bound Home Health is Medicare-certified, with CCN 527258, certified since November 25, 1996, so eligible home health services are covered under Medicare when ordered by a doctor. This certification status can be verified directly on the Medicare Care Compare website.
About this agency
Homeward Bound Home Health is a Medicare-certified home health agency based in Lancaster, Wisconsin, serving 54 ZIP codes in the surrounding area. The agency is organized as a proprietary (for-profit) business and has been Medicare-certified since November 25, 1996.
Services offered include Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, and Home Health Aide services.
According to CMS Care Compare data, Homeward Bound Home Health holds a CMS quality star rating of 2 out of 5, which is below the Wisconsin state average of 3.5 stars. Its patient survey star rating, which reflects feedback from patients about their care experience, is 4 out of 5. Among CMS's process and outcome measures, 96.45% of patients received timely initiation of care after referral, and 76.78% of patients showed improvement in their ability to walk or move around during the course of home health care.
These figures are drawn from CMS Care Compare data and reflect a specific reporting period published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services; figures may be updated over time and consumers should check the Care Compare website for the most current data. This profile does not include cost information, as CMS does not publish pricing for home health services. For questions about specific eligibility, coverage, or scheduling, contact the agency directly.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare pay for care from this agency?
Yes, Homeward Bound Home Health is Medicare-certified (CCN 527258) and has been since 11/25/1996, so Medicare covers eligible home health services when ordered by a doctor.
What services does this agency offer?
The agency offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, and Home Health Aide services.
What is this agency's CMS quality star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Homeward Bound Home Health has a CMS quality star rating of 2 out of 5, which is below the Wisconsin state average of 3.5 stars.
What do patients say about this agency in the CMS patient survey?
The agency has a patient survey star rating of 4 out of 5, based on CMS Care Compare survey data.
How do I check this agency's quality and staffing record?
You can review Homeward Bound Home Health's full quality and staffing details on the Medicare Care Compare website at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/home-health/527258?state=WI.
What areas and ZIP codes does this agency serve?
The agency serves 54 ZIP codes from its office in Lancaster, Wisconsin.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 54 this agency reports serving.
What questions should I ask before hiring this agency?
Consider asking about current staff availability, specific care plans, and how the agency's quality measures apply to your situation; contact the agency at (608) 723-6601 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
What is the difference between home health care and non-medical home care?
Home health care, like the skilled nursing and therapy services this agency provides, is medical care ordered by a doctor, while non-medical home care involves non-clinical support such as companionship or help with daily activities; the data provided does not address non-medical care options.
How long has this agency been Medicare-certified?
Homeward Bound Home Health has been Medicare-certified since November 25, 1996.
Who owns this agency — for-profit, non-profit, or government?
The agency is organized as a proprietary, for-profit business.
How much does home health care cost and who pays?
CMS does not publish cost figures for home health services; contact the agency at (608) 723-6601 and verify coverage details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I contact this agency to start care?
You can contact Homeward Bound Home Health at (608) 723-6601 to inquire about starting care.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh); certified since 11/25/1996. Ratings are CMS's official measures, not Care Considered's opinion. Always verify current status with the agency and Medicare before arranging care.