Amedisys Hospice Of Birmingham
Homewood, AL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 011527)
CMS process measure: 99.92 (state average 97.92 — above state average)
Serves: 251 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (205) 868-9221 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Amedisys Hospice Of Birmingham has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 87% of caregivers saying they'd definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.92 is above the Alabama state average of 97.92.
Amedisys Hospice Of Birmingham serves 251 ZIP codes from its office in Homewood, Alabama, in Jefferson County.
Yes, Amedisys Hospice Of Birmingham is Medicare-certified (CCN 011527), certified since 1991; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Amedisys Hospice Of Birmingham is a for-profit hospice based in Homewood, Alabama, in Jefferson County. According to CMS Care Compare data, it has been Medicare-certified since May 2, 1991.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, this hospice received a 4-star rating. Among caregivers surveyed, 87% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 86% gave it an overall rating of 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family members of patients who received care.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core care processes are delivered, this hospice scored 99.92, compared to the Alabama state average of 97.92 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 84.5% of patients received visits in the last days of life, per the most recent published data.
The hospice reports serving a wide area, covering 251 ZIP codes from its Homewood office.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published by CMS; families should check the Care Compare website for the most current vintage. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility — no cost details are provided here. This profile does not describe specific staff, facilities, or services beyond what CMS publishes.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Amedisys Hospice Of Birmingham is Medicare-certified (CCN 011527) since May 2, 1991, 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 87% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 86% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 99.92, above the Alabama state average of 97.92, and CMS lists a care index score of 10.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, it serves 251 ZIP codes from its Homewood, Alabama office in Jefferson County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 251 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is for-profit, per CMS records; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care, which is better reflected in CMS's survey and quality measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since May 2, 1991, according to CMS records.
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 is for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor has certified a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean no care is provided, but rather a different kind of care centered on comfort.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; please contact Amedisys Hospice Of Birmingham at (205) 868-9221 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data given does not include enrollment steps; please contact the hospice directly at (205) 868-9221 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how care processes compare to state averages, and the area served — all of which are available for this hospice via CMS Care Compare data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Amedisys Hospice Of Birmingham directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/011527?state=AL to confirm current CMS-published 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.