Always Present Hospice
Gilbert, AZ · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 031710)
CMS process measure: 83.84 (state average 94.29 — below state average)
Serves: 57 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (480) 907-9737 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Always Present Hospice received 3 stars from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 86% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 83.84, below the Arizona state average of 94.29.
Always Present Hospice serves 57 ZIP codes from its Gilbert, Arizona office in Maricopa County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Always Present Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 031710, certified since 2020. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Always Present Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Gilbert, Arizona, serving Maricopa County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since June 12, 2020 (CCN 031710). According to CMS Care Compare data, the hospice serves 57 ZIP codes from its Gilbert office.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, Always Present Hospice received an overall rating of 3 stars. Among caregivers surveyed, 86% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 83% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by families of patients who received care.
On CMS's composite process measure, which tracks how consistently core hospice care processes are delivered, this hospice scored 83.84, which is below the Arizona state average of 94.29. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 54.4% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the most recent published data.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the vintage published by CMS at the time of this listing. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often related to small patient counts rather than an indication of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here. This profile does not describe staff, facilities, or services beyond what CMS has published.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Always Present Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 031710) since June 12, 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, this hospice earned an overall rating of 3 stars, with 86% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 83% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure score is 83.84, which is below the Arizona state average of 94.29, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Always Present Hospice serves 57 ZIP codes from its Gilbert, Arizona location in Maricopa County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 57 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 directly determine quality of care, but CMS publishes it as part of transparency data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since June 12, 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 those with a life-limiting illness who have generally stopped seeking curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Hospice shifts the focus to comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness, but patients can still receive medical, emotional, and spiritual support tailored to their needs.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where care is delivered; please contact the hospice at (480) 907-9737 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin care, contact Always Present Hospice directly at (480) 907-9737 and confirm certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, CMS quality measures, service area, and how care is coordinated; you can review these details on Medicare Care Compare and by calling (480) 907-9737.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Always Present Hospice's certification and quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/031710?state=AZ.
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.