Compassus Hospice And Palliative Care-Birmingham
Birmingham, AL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 011664)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.92 — above state average)
Serves: 123 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (205) 437-8655 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Compassus Hospice And Palliative Care-Birmingham 2 stars in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 76% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Alabama state average of 97.92.
Compassus Hospice And Palliative Care-Birmingham serves 123 ZIP codes from its Birmingham, Alabama office in Jefferson County.
Yes, Compassus Hospice And Palliative Care-Birmingham is Medicare-certified (CCN 011664, since 2007); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Compassus Hospice And Palliative Care-Birmingham is a for-profit hospice serving Birmingham, Alabama and Jefferson County. It has been Medicare-certified since October 10, 2007 (CCN 011664).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice a rating of 2 stars. Among those who responded, 76% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 74% rated the hospice 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences of caregivers whose loved ones received care here and come from the CMS survey data set.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered, this hospice scored 100.00, compared to a state average of 97.92 in Alabama — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10, and that 71.8% of patients received visits from staff in the final days of life, based on published CMS data.
This hospice's service area, as listed on Medicare Care Compare, spans 123 ZIP codes. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond this are provided here.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient counts and does not by itself indicate poor quality. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Compassus Hospice And Palliative Care-Birmingham is Medicare-certified (CCN 011664) since October 10, 2007, 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, this hospice received a 2-star rating, with 76% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 74% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 100.00, above the Alabama state average of 97.92. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and that 71.8% of patients received visits from staff in the final days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to Medicare Care Compare, it serves 123 ZIP codes from its Birmingham, Alabama location in Jefferson County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 123 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is organized as for-profit. Ownership type does not directly determine quality of care, but CMS reports it alongside quality measures so families can consider it as one factor.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since October 10, 2007.
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 stop curative treatment and are focused on comfort, typically with a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus from curing an illness to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care — patients still receive medical, emotional, and spiritual support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; contact the hospice at (205) 437-8655 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; contact the hospice at (205) 437-8655 for guidance on getting started.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, quality measure scores, service area, and how care needs will be met; you can review this hospice's published figures and confirm any additional questions by calling (205) 437-8655.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Compassus Hospice And Palliative Care-Birmingham (CCN 011664) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/011664?state=AL to confirm current ratings and 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.