Holton Community Hosp Home Health & Hospice Agency
Holton, KS · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 171544)
CMS process measure: 97.5 (state average 95.71 — above state average)
Serves: 23 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (785) 364-9617 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers reported that 89% would definitely recommend Holton Community Hosp Home Health & Hospice Agency, and 86% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 97.50 compared to the Kansas state average of 95.71, placing it above average.
Holton Community Hosp Home Health & Hospice Agency serves 23 ZIP codes from its office in Holton, Kansas, in Jackson County.
Yes, Holton Community Hosp Home Health & Hospice Agency is Medicare-certified (CCN 171544, since 2000). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Holton Community Hosp Home Health & Hospice Agency is a non-profit hospice based in Holton, Kansas, serving Jackson County and the surrounding region. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since November 28, 2000, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care for over two decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 89% would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 86% gave it an overall rating of 9 or 10 on a 0-10 scale. CMS has not published a separate star rating for this hospice in the data provided.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently a hospice follows recommended care processes — Holton Community Hosp Home Health & Hospice Agency scored 97.50, compared to the Kansas state average of 95.71, placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 72.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the most recent published data.
The hospice's service area covers 23 ZIP codes, reflecting a moderately broad reach from its Holton office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are included here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published; families are encouraged to confirm current details directly with the hospice or via Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Holton Community Hosp Home Health & Hospice Agency is Medicare-certified (CCN 171544), certified since November 28, 2000, 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 survey, 89% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 86% rated 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 97.50, above the Kansas state average of 95.71. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and that 72.7% of patients received visits in their last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 23 ZIP codes from its office in Holton, Kansas, in Jackson County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 23 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a non-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but it can be useful to know when comparing providers.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since November 28, 2000, more than two decades.
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 those who have chosen to stop curative treatment and focus on comfort, typically when a doctor certifies 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 an illness; it does not mean giving up on care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; contact the hospice at (785) 364-9617 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Contact the hospice directly at (785) 364-9617 to discuss eligibility and next steps, and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Consider asking about caregiver satisfaction, quality measures like those above, service area, and how the hospice supports patients and families; contact the hospice at (785) 364-9617 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up this hospice using CCN 171544 at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/171544?state=KS.
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.