Above & Beyond Hospice Care
Monticello, IA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 161581)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.19 — above state average)
Serves: 47 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (319) 465-4637 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Above & Beyond Hospice Care holds a 4-star CAHPS rating, with 93% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Iowa state average of 97.19.
Above & Beyond Hospice Care serves 47 ZIP codes from its Monticello, Iowa office in Jones County.
Yes, Above & Beyond Hospice Care is Medicare-certified (CCN 161581, since 2007); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Above & Beyond Hospice Care is a for-profit hospice based in Monticello, Iowa, serving families in Jones County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since March 19, 2007, meaning it has met federal health and safety requirements for hospice providers for many years.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, Above & Beyond Hospice Care received a 4-star rating. Ninety-three percent of surveyed family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 85 percent gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by caregivers of patients who received care from this hospice, as published by CMS Care Compare.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of recommended care processes — this hospice scored 100.00, compared to the Iowa state average of 97.19, placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 61.5% of patients received visits in the final days of life, according to the most recent published data.
Above & Beyond Hospice Care's service area includes 47 ZIP codes. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the vintage published by CMS at the time of this listing; families should verify current details directly with CMS or the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Above & Beyond Hospice Care is Medicare-certified (CCN 161581) as of March 19, 2007, 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, this hospice earned a 4-star rating, with 93% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 85% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
This hospice's composite process score is 100.00, which is above the Iowa state average of 97.19, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Above & Beyond Hospice Care serves 47 ZIP codes from its Monticello, Iowa location in Jones County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 47 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Above & Beyond Hospice Care is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but CMS publishes it so families can consider it alongside other measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 19, 2007.
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 patients who have stopped pursuing curative treatment and are typically expected to have a limited life expectancy.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness; it does not mean giving up on care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Above & Beyond Hospice Care at (319) 465-4637 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact Above & Beyond Hospice Care directly at (319) 465-4637 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality measure scores, service area, and how a hospice supports patients and families; contact Above & Beyond Hospice Care at (319) 465-4637 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view Above & Beyond Hospice Care's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/161581?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.