Holzer Medical Center Hospice
Gallipolis, OH · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 361580)
CMS process measure: 98.99 (state average 97.03 — above state average)
Serves: 28 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (740) 446-5074 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Holzer Medical Center Hospice earned a 4-star family caregiver rating in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 91% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.99 is above the Ohio state average of 97.03.
Holzer Medical Center Hospice serves 28 ZIP codes from its office in Gallipolis, Ohio, in Gallia County.
Yes, Holzer Medical Center Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 361580, since 1994); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Holzer Medical Center Hospice is a non-profit hospice based in Gallipolis, Ohio, serving Gallia County and surrounding communities. According to CMS Care Compare data, it has been Medicare-certified since December 16, 1994 (CCN 361580).
In the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey, which reflects the experiences of family caregivers, this hospice received an overall rating of 4 stars. Ninety-one percent of surveyed family members said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 87 percent gave it an overall rating of 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which tracks whether recommended care processes were delivered, Holzer Medical Center Hospice scored 98.99, which is above the Ohio state average of 97.03. A care index score of 9 and a rate of 30.9% for visits occurring in the last days of life are also reported by CMS, though families should note these figures alongside the other measures rather than in isolation.
The hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 28 ZIP codes centered on its Gallipolis office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent published vintage available. Where CMS has not published a particular measure for this hospice, that omission does not indicate poor quality — it is often due to small numbers of surveyed patients.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Holzer Medical Center Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 361580) since December 16, 1994, 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, this hospice received a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 91% of respondents saying they would definitely recommend it and 87% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 98.99, which is above the Ohio state average of 97.03, according to Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data shows this hospice serves 28 ZIP codes from its Gallipolis, Ohio office in Gallia County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 28 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Holzer Medical Center Hospice is organized as a non-profit. Ownership type can reflect organizational structure, but CMS quality measures like CAHPS scores are the more direct indicator of care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since December 16, 1994, according to CMS records.
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 generally for patients with a terminal diagnosis who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment.
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 or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Holzer Medical Center Hospice at (740) 446-5074 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact Holzer Medical Center Hospice directly at (740) 446-5074 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, service area, staffing, and how care is coordinated; for specifics beyond CMS data, contact the hospice at (740) 446-5074.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Holzer Medical Center Hospice (CCN 361580) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/361580?state=OH to confirm current CMS data.
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.