Aurora At Home
Wauwatosa, WI · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 521528)
CMS process measure: 98.64 (state average 96.57 — above state average)
Serves: 156 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (414) 615-5900 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Aurora At Home has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 87% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.64 is above the Wisconsin state average of 96.57.
Aurora At Home serves 156 ZIP codes from its Wauwatosa, Wisconsin office in Milwaukee County.
Yes, Aurora At Home is Medicare-certified (CCN 521528, since 1990); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Aurora At Home is a non-profit hospice located in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, serving Milwaukee County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since February 23, 1990. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no additional cost information is provided here.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Aurora At Home an overall rating of 4 stars. Among respondents, 87% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to friends and family, and 84% rated the hospice 9 or 10 on a 0-10 scale. These figures reflect the experiences reported by surveyed caregivers and are published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects the share of recommended care processes delivered, Aurora At Home scored 98.64, compared with a Wisconsin state average of 96.57 — placing it above the state average. CMS also lists a care index score of 10 and reports that 82.0% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the most recent published data.
Aurora At Home's service area, as listed by CMS, spans 156 ZIP codes, indicating a broad reach from its Wauwatosa office. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent vintage published by CMS. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare or by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Aurora At Home is Medicare-certified (CCN 521528) since February 23, 1990, 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?
CMS's CAHPS survey data shows a 4-star rating, with 87% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend Aurora At Home and 84% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Aurora At Home's composite process score is 98.64, which is above the Wisconsin state average of 96.57.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Aurora At Home serves 156 ZIP codes from its Wauwatosa, Wisconsin location in Milwaukee County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 156 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Aurora At Home is a non-profit hospice. Ownership type can affect how a hospice is organized, but CMS quality measures and CAHPS ratings apply regardless of ownership.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Aurora At Home has been Medicare-certified since February 23, 1990.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, 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 toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided CMS data does not specify care settings for Aurora At Home; please contact the hospice at (414) 615-5900 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact Aurora At Home directly at (414) 615-5900 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality measure scores compared to state averages, and the geographic area served — all of which are available for Aurora At Home through CMS Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Aurora At Home's certification and quality data directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/521528?state=WI.
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.