Alternative Hospice, Llc
Fenton, MO · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 261613)
CMS process measure: 76.39 (state average 95.27 — below state average)
Serves: 108 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (636) 343-3839 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS gave Alternative Hospice, LLC an overall rating of 2 stars, with 76% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process-of-care score of 76.39 is below the Missouri state average of 95.27.
Alternative Hospice, LLC serves 108 ZIP codes from its office in Fenton, Missouri, located in Jefferson County. Families can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether a specific address falls within its service area.
Yes, Alternative Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified, with CCN 261613, certified since October 28, 2005. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Alternative Hospice, LLC is a for-profit hospice based in Fenton, Missouri, serving families in Jefferson County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since October 28, 2005 (CCN 261613).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 2 stars. Among those surveyed, 76% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 73% rated their experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, Alternative Hospice, LLC scored 76.39, which falls below the Missouri state average of 95.27. CMS's care index score for this hospice is listed as 9, and 22.0% of patients received visits in the final days of life, according to published data.
Alternative Hospice, LLC's service area, as reflected in CMS data, covers 108 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no additional cost information is provided here.
All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often the result of small patient survey counts and does not by itself indicate poor quality. Families are encouraged to review the full, current data directly on Medicare Care Compare before making a decision.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Alternative Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 261613) since October 28, 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 CAHPS survey, this hospice received an overall rating of 2 stars, with 76% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 73% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process-of-care score is 76.39, which is below the Missouri state average of 95.27.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, it serves 108 ZIP codes from its office in Fenton, Missouri, in Jefferson County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 108 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Alternative Hospice, LLC is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care, but CMS reports it for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since October 28, 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 for patients who have stopped curative treatment and are typically expected to have six months or less to live.
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 care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where care is provided; contact Alternative Hospice, LLC at (636) 343-3839 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The available data does not describe the enrollment process; contact Alternative Hospice, LLC at (636) 343-3839 for guidance and verify certification on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality scores compared to the state average, and the specific area served — figures like these are available for this hospice on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Alternative Hospice, LLC (CCN 261613) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/261613?state=MO 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.