Alabama Hospice Of The Shoals
Tuscumbia, AL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 011632)
CMS process measure: 98.74 (state average 97.92 — at state average)
Serves: 27 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (256) 314-1204 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers who responded to the CMS survey said 89% would definitely recommend Alabama Hospice Of The Shoals, and 91% rated their experience a 9 or 10 out of 10. Its CMS composite process score of 98.74 sits at the state average of 97.92 for Alabama.
Alabama Hospice Of The Shoals serves 27 ZIP codes from its Tuscumbia, Alabama office in Colbert County. Families outside that area should contact the hospice directly to confirm coverage.
Yes, Alabama Hospice Of The Shoals is Medicare-certified, with CCN 011632, certified since October 20, 2005. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Alabama Hospice Of The Shoals is a for-profit hospice based in Tuscumbia, Alabama, serving families in Colbert County and the surrounding area. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since October 20, 2005, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 011632.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, family caregivers reported that 89% would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 91% rated their overall experience with the hospice a 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which sometimes occurs due to smaller patient survey counts rather than any indication of quality concerns.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice follows recommended care processes, Alabama Hospice Of The Shoals scored 98.74, compared to a state average of 97.92 for Alabama — putting the hospice at the state average. Additional data shows a care index score of 9 and that 81.1% of patients received visits during the last days of life, based on CMS records.
The hospice reports serving 27 ZIP codes from its Tuscumbia office, giving families in the region a range of covered locations. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here beyond that fact.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as provided; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare or by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Alabama Hospice Of The Shoals is Medicare-certified (CCN 011632) since October 20, 2005, 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 survey, 89% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 91% rated their overall experience a 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate star rating for this hospice in the available data.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
The hospice's composite process score is 98.74, compared to the Alabama state average of 97.92, placing it at the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Alabama Hospice Of The Shoals serves 27 ZIP codes from its Tuscumbia, Alabama office in Colbert County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 27 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 direct comparisons.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since October 20, 2005.
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 rather than cure when a patient has a life-limiting illness, typically with a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort 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?
The provided data does not specify care settings; please contact the hospice at (256) 314-1204 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data does not describe the intake process; please contact the hospice at (256) 314-1204 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about family caregiver satisfaction survey results, how the hospice compares to state averages on CMS quality measures, and the areas it serves — all of which are available for this hospice through CMS Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Alabama Hospice Of The Shoals directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/011632?state=AL using CCN 011632.
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.