Avera@Home Pipestone
Pipestone, MN · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 241580)
CMS process measure: 98.55 (state average 97.62 — at state average)
Serves: 15 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (507) 825-6024 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported that 90% would definitely recommend Avera@Home Pipestone, and its composite process score of 98.55 is about at the Minnesota state average of 97.62. CMS has not published a separate CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the available data.
Avera@Home Pipestone serves 15 ZIP codes from its office in Pipestone, Minnesota, in Pipestone County.
Yes, Avera@Home Pipestone is Medicare-certified (CCN 241580, certified since 2006); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Avera@Home Pipestone is a Medicare-certified hospice located in Pipestone, Minnesota, in Pipestone County. It is operated under government ownership and has been Medicare-certified since May 9, 2006.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey reported favorable experiences: 90% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can occur when survey response counts are limited; this is not an indication of poor quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered, Avera@Home Pipestone scored 98.55, compared to the Minnesota state average of 97.62 — placing it at the state average. CMS data also shows a care index score of 10 and that visits occurred in the last days of life for 77.2% of patients, per the published measure.
Avera@Home Pipestone's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 15 ZIP codes served from its Pipestone office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility. All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as provided; families are encouraged to verify current details directly with CMS Care Compare or the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Avera@Home Pipestone is Medicare-certified (CCN 241580) since May 9, 2006, 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 Hospice Survey, 90% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 85% rated their overall experience 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?
Its composite process score is 98.55, compared to the Minnesota state average of 97.62, putting it at the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, it serves 15 ZIP codes from its Pipestone, Minnesota office in Pipestone County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 15 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Avera@Home Pipestone is government-owned. Ownership type is one factor families may consider, but CMS quality and survey data reflect actual reported performance regardless of ownership.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since May 9, 2006.
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 terminal diagnosis who have chosen to stop curative treatment, 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 curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or attention.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact Avera@Home Pipestone at (507) 825-6024 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; please contact Avera@Home Pipestone at (507) 825-6024 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, how a hospice's quality measures compare to the state average, and its service area; you can also contact Avera@Home Pipestone directly at (507) 825-6024 for further details.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Avera@Home Pipestone (CCN 241580) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/241580?state=MN to view current CMS data.
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.