Ability Hospice
South Jordan, UT · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 461617)
CMS process measure: 91.89 (state average 95.57 — below state average)
Serves: 67 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (385) 287-1311 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers reported that 80% would definitely recommend Ability Hospice, and 78% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10, based on CMS survey data. On CMS's composite process measure, Ability Hospice scored 91.89, below the Utah state average of 95.57.
Ability Hospice serves 67 ZIP codes from its South Jordan, Utah office in Salt Lake County. Families can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether a specific address falls within its service area.
Yes, Ability Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 461617), certified since February 20, 2015. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Ability Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in South Jordan, Utah, serving families in Salt Lake County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since February 20, 2015 (CCN 461617).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who completed the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 80% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 78% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can occur when survey volumes are limited.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects the consistency of core care processes delivered — Ability Hospice scored 91.89, compared to a Utah state average of 95.57, placing it below the state average on this measure. A separate care index score of 10 and a rate of 39.1% for visits in the last days of life are also reported by CMS, though CMS has not provided full context for how these compare to state or national averages in the data available here.
Ability Hospice serves 67 ZIP codes from its South Jordan office, reflecting a broad service area within the region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to review the source directly and confirm current details with the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Ability Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 461617), certified since February 20, 2015. 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?
According to CMS data, 80% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Ability Hospice, and 78% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate star rating for this hospice in the data provided.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Ability Hospice's composite process score is 91.89, compared to a Utah state average of 95.57, which places it below the state average on this measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Ability Hospice serves 67 ZIP codes from its South Jordan, Utah office in Salt Lake County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 67 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Ability Hospice is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care; CMS quality measures and survey results are better indicators to review.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Ability Hospice has been Medicare-certified since February 20, 2015.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care is focused on comfort rather than cure, typically for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less as certified by a doctor.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on medical care or support, including symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Ability Hospice delivers care; contact the hospice at (385) 287-1311 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; contact Ability Hospice directly at (385) 287-1311 to learn how to begin care and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver survey results, quality measure scores, service area, and how care is coordinated; Ability Hospice can be reached at (385) 287-1311 to discuss these directly.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view Ability Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/461617?state=UT to confirm current ratings and details.
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.