Gentiva Huntsville
Huntsville, AL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 011674)
CMS process measure: 98.94 (state average 97.92 — above state average)
Serves: 136 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (256) 837-1290 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Gentiva Huntsville received 4 stars from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 89% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.94 is above the Alabama state average of 97.92.
Gentiva Huntsville serves 136 ZIP codes from its office in Huntsville, Alabama, in Madison County. Families can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether a specific address falls within its service area.
Yes, Gentiva Huntsville is Medicare-certified, with CCN 011674, certified since August 28, 2008. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Gentiva Huntsville is a for-profit hospice provider based in Huntsville, Alabama, serving Madison County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since August 28, 2008 (CCN 011674).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Gentiva Huntsville an overall rating of 4 stars. Of those surveyed, 89% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 87% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Gentiva Huntsville scored 98.94, which is above the Alabama state average of 97.92. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and 72.7% of patients received visits in the final days of life, according to the most recent published data.
Gentiva Huntsville reports serving 136 ZIP codes from its Huntsville office, indicating a broad regional service area.
All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data as published by Medicare; families should confirm current details directly with the hospice and on Care Compare. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. No additional cost information is provided here, and no staff, facilities, or services beyond what CMS reports have been described.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Gentiva Huntsville is Medicare-certified (CCN 011674) since August 28, 2008, 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, Gentiva Huntsville received an overall rating of 4 stars, with 89% of caregivers 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?
Gentiva Huntsville's CMS composite process score is 98.94, which is above the Alabama state average of 97.92; CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and 72.7% of patients receiving visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Gentiva Huntsville serves 136 ZIP codes from its Huntsville, Alabama office in Madison County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 136 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Gentiva Huntsville is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality, and families should look at CMS survey and quality data alongside it.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Gentiva Huntsville has been Medicare-certified since August 28, 2008.
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 people who have stopped curative treatment and are generally expected to have a limited life expectancy.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care from curing an illness to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care or support, and patients may leave hospice if their condition changes.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Gentiva Huntsville delivers care; please contact the hospice at (256) 837-1290 or check Medicare Care Compare for details.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care with Gentiva Huntsville, contact the hospice directly at (256) 837-1290 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how quickly care can begin, what services are included, and how the hospice communicates with patients and families; contact Gentiva Huntsville at (256) 837-1290 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Gentiva Huntsville's certification and quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/011674?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.