Baptist Hospice
Montgomery, AL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 011500)
CMS process measure: 98.77 (state average 97.92 — at state average)
Serves: 49 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (334) 395-5000 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Baptist Hospice earned a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 88% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its composite process score of 98.77 is about at the Alabama state average of 97.92.
Baptist Hospice serves 49 ZIP codes from its Montgomery, Alabama office in Montgomery County. Families should confirm their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Baptist Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 011500, certified since 1984. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Baptist Hospice is a Medicare-certified hospice serving Montgomery, Alabama and the surrounding Montgomery County area. It has been Medicare-certified since March 23, 1984, and its ownership is classified by CMS as "Other."
According to CMS Care Compare's CAHPS Hospice Survey data, family caregivers gave Baptist Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 88% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to family and friends, and 83% rated their experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes — Baptist Hospice scored 98.77, compared to a state average of 97.92. CMS categorizes this as performing at the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 77.6% of patients, per the published data.
Baptist Hospice's service area, as reported to CMS, spans 49 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost details beyond that are included here.
All figures above 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 counts rather than any indication of quality. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Baptist Hospice?
Yes. Baptist Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 011500), certified since March 23, 1984, 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 Hospice Survey data shows a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 88% saying they would definitely recommend Baptist Hospice 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?
Baptist Hospice's composite process score is 98.77, versus an Alabama state average of 97.92 — CMS classifies this as at the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data shows Baptist Hospice serves 49 ZIP codes from its office in Montgomery, Alabama, in Montgomery County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 49 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS classifies Baptist Hospice's ownership type as "Other." Ownership type alone doesn't determine quality of care; the CAHPS survey results and process measures offer more direct insight into caregiver experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Baptist Hospice has been Medicare-certified since March 23, 1984.
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 specifically for patients with a life-limiting illness who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment.
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 all care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided. Please contact Baptist Hospice at (334) 395-5000 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Starting hospice care details are not included in the CMS data provided. Please contact Baptist Hospice at (334) 395-5000 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver survey results, service area coverage, and quality measures like those published on Medicare Care Compare; contact Baptist Hospice at (334) 395-5000 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Baptist Hospice (CCN 011500) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/011500?state=AL to confirm current ratings and measures.
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.