Ahc Home Health Of Kansas, Llc (Hospice)
Overland Park, KS · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 171609)
CMS process measure: 98.64 (state average 95.71 — above state average)
Serves: 54 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (913) 890-8400 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported that 85% would definitely recommend this hospice and 84% rated their care experience 9 or 10 out of 10. Its CMS composite process score of 98.64 is above the Kansas state average of 95.71; CMS has not published a separate overall star rating for this hospice in the available data.
AHC Home Health of Kansas (Hospice) serves 54 ZIP codes from its Overland Park, Kansas office in Johnson County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is covered by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, AHC Home Health of Kansas (Hospice) is Medicare-certified, with CCN 171609, certified since 2020. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
AHC Home Health of Kansas, LLC (Hospice) is a for-profit hospice based in Overland Park, Kansas, serving Johnson County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since June 8, 2020, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 171609.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 85% would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 84% rated their overall experience of care between 9 and 10 on a 10-point scale. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS overall star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can occur when patient survey counts are small; this is not an indication of poor quality.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently a hospice completes a bundle of recommended care processes — this hospice scored 98.64, compared with a Kansas state average of 95.71, placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 69.1% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, according to the available data.
The hospice's service area covers 54 ZIP codes from its Overland Park office. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as reported to CMS; families should confirm current details directly with the hospice or on Care Compare. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost or fee information is provided here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. AHC Home Health of Kansas (Hospice) is Medicare-certified (CCN 171609) since June 8, 2020, 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, 85% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 84% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate overall star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can happen with smaller patient counts.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 98.64, above the Kansas state average of 95.71. CMS also lists a care index score of 10 and reports that 69.1% of patients received visits from staff in the final days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice serves 54 ZIP codes from its Overland Park, Kansas office in Johnson County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 54 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS quality measures and family survey results offer more specific insight.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since June 8, 2020.
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 curative treatment and are typically expected to have six months or less to live, as determined by a physician.
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 no care is provided, and patients can still receive treatment for symptoms and other conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact the hospice at (913) 890-8400 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; please contact the hospice at (913) 890-8400 and verify current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about recommendation rates, quality scores compared to the state average, service area, and how care needs are addressed; contact the hospice at (913) 890-8400 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up AHC Home Health of Kansas (Hospice), CCN 171609, at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/171609?state=KS to review current CMS 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.