Compassus-Auburn
Auburn, AL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 011528)
CMS process measure: 99.69 (state average 97.92 — above state average)
Serves: 33 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (334) 826-1899 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Compassus-Auburn received a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 88% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.69 is above the Alabama state average of 97.92.
Compassus-Auburn serves 33 ZIP codes from its office in Auburn, Alabama, in Lee County.
Yes, Compassus-Auburn is Medicare-certified (CCN 011528, since 1991); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Compassus-Auburn is a Medicare-certified hospice located in Auburn, Alabama, serving families in Lee County and the surrounding area. It is a non-profit hospice that has been Medicare-certified since December 11, 1991.
According to the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey, as published on Medicare Care Compare, family caregivers gave Compassus-Auburn an overall rating of 4 stars. Among surveyed caregivers, 88% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 87% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes a bundle of recommended care processes, Compassus-Auburn scored 99.69, 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 64.7% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, based on the same data vintage.
Compassus-Auburn's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 33 ZIP codes.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and should be verified directly on Medicare.gov for the most current information, as CMS updates these figures periodically. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient survey counts rather than any indication of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Compassus-Auburn is Medicare-certified (CCN 011528), certified since December 11, 1991. 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, Compassus-Auburn earned a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 88% saying they would definitely recommend it and 87% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Compassus-Auburn's CMS composite process score is 99.69, which is above the Alabama state average of 97.92.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Compassus-Auburn serves 33 ZIP codes from its office in Auburn, Alabama, in Lee County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 33 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Compassus-Auburn is a non-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS quality measures and CAHPS survey results are separate indicators worth reviewing.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Compassus-Auburn has been Medicare-certified since December 11, 1991.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care focuses on relieving symptoms and can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of illness, while hospice care is for people with a terminal diagnosis who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor estimates a life expectancy 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 all care, and patients can still receive treatment for symptoms and other conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify where Compassus-Auburn delivers care; please contact the hospice at (334) 826-1899 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin hospice care with Compassus-Auburn, contact the hospice directly at (334) 826-1899 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures compared to state averages, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact Compassus-Auburn at (334) 826-1899 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Compassus-Auburn's official CMS listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/011528?state=AL.
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.