Compassus Hospice Billings
Billings, MT · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 271528)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 94.29 — above state average)
Serves: 32 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (406) 294-0785 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Compassus Hospice Billings has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 86% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Montana state average of 94.29.
Compassus Hospice Billings serves 32 ZIP codes from its office in Billings, Montana, located in Yellowstone County.
Yes, Compassus Hospice Billings is Medicare-certified (CCN 271528, certified since 2005); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Compassus Hospice Billings is a for-profit hospice serving Billings, Montana and surrounding communities in Yellowstone County. It has been Medicare-certified since February 24, 2005 (CCN 271528).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider a 4-star rating. Among respondents, 86% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 84% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by surveyed family caregivers, as published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers a bundle of recommended care processes, Compassus Hospice Billings scored 100.00, compared to a Montana state average of 94.29 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 71.9% of patients received visits in the last days of life, per the most recent published data.
Compassus Hospice Billings reports serving 32 ZIP codes from its Billings office. As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data as published; families are encouraged to verify current details directly with CMS or the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Compassus Hospice Billings is Medicare-certified (CCN 271528) since February 24, 2005, 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 86% saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 84% rating their overall experience 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, compared to a Montana state average of 94.29, placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and that 71.9% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Compassus Hospice Billings reports serving 32 ZIP codes from its Billings, Montana office in Yellowstone County.
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Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality; CMS publishes the same quality and survey measures for all certified hospices regardless of ownership.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since February 24, 2005.
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 and is generally for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course.
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 symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided; please contact Compassus Hospice Billings at (406) 294-0785 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The CMS data does not describe the enrollment process; please contact Compassus Hospice Billings at (406) 294-0785 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures compared to the state average, service area, and how care needs are met; contact Compassus Hospice Billings at (406) 294-0785 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view CMS's published data for Compassus Hospice Billings directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/271528?state=MT.
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.