Abigail Hospice, Llc
Howell, MI · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 231708)
CMS process measure: 91.07 (state average 97.27 — below state average)
Serves: 20 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (517) 292-8600 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
87% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Abigail Hospice in Howell, Michigan, and 93% rated their experience a 9 or 10 out of 10. Its CMS composite process score of 91.07 is below the Michigan state average of 97.27.
Abigail Hospice serves 20 ZIP codes from its Howell, Michigan office in Livingston County.
Yes, Abigail Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 231708, since November 2022); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Abigail Hospice, LLC is a Medicare-certified hospice provider based in Howell, Michigan, serving Livingston County and the surrounding area. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since November 7, 2022, according to CMS Care Compare records.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, 87% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 93% rated their overall experience with the hospice a 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a distinct overall star rating for this hospice in the data provided.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of recommended care processes, Abigail Hospice, LLC scored 91.07, compared to a Michigan state average of 97.27 — placing it below the state average on this measure. For context, 60.0% of patients received visits during the last days of life, as reported to CMS.
Abigail Hospice, LLC's service area, as listed on Medicare Care Compare, spans 20 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond that are provided here.
All figures in this profile come directly from CMS Care Compare data as supplied; families are encouraged to verify current details directly with Medicare Care Compare and with the hospice itself before making care decisions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Abigail Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 231708) since November 7, 2022. 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, 87% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Abigail Hospice, and 93% rated their overall experience a 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 91.07, compared to the Michigan state average of 97.27, placing it below the state average on this measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to Medicare Care Compare, Abigail Hospice, LLC serves 20 ZIP codes from its Howell, Michigan location in Livingston County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 20 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
The ownership type was not provided in the data available for this listing; please verify this on Medicare Care Compare or by contacting the hospice directly at (517) 292-8600.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Abigail Hospice, LLC has been Medicare-certified since November 7, 2022.
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 and quality of life when curative treatment is no longer being pursued, typically for those with a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, dignity, and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This information was not included in the data provided; please contact Abigail Hospice, LLC at (517) 292-8600 or check Medicare Care Compare for details on where they provide care.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin hospice care with Abigail Hospice, LLC, contact them directly at (517) 292-8600 and confirm current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver survey results, quality measure performance, service area, and how care is coordinated; you can review these figures for Abigail Hospice, LLC on Medicare Care Compare and ask the hospice directly at (517) 292-8600.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Abigail Hospice, LLC (CCN 231708) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/231708?state=MI to review its current CMS-reported 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.