Hometown Homecare
Fayette, MO · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 261564)
CMS process measure: 98.35 (state average 95.27 — above state average)
Serves: 26 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (660) 248-2100 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hometown Homecare has a 5-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 94% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.35 is above the Missouri state average of 95.27.
Hometown Homecare serves 26 ZIP codes from its Fayette, Missouri office in Howard County.
Yes, Hometown Homecare is Medicare-certified, with CCN 261564, certified since 1995; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hometown Homecare is a non-profit hospice serving Fayette, Missouri and the surrounding Howard County area. It has been Medicare-certified since August 8, 1995, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care for nearly three decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Hometown Homecare a 5-star rating. Ninety-four percent said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 90% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences of caregivers who completed the survey and are published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which looks at how consistently a hospice completes key care processes, Hometown Homecare scored 98.35, above the Missouri state average of 95.27. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and notes that 76.4% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the most recent published Care Compare data.
Hometown Homecare's service area, as listed on Care Compare, covers 26 ZIP codes from its Fayette office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no cost details are included here beyond that basic fact.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recent published vintage available at the time of this listing. Families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hometown Homecare is Medicare-certified (CCN 261564) since August 8, 1995, 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 survey data shows a 5-star family caregiver rating, with 94% saying they would definitely recommend Hometown Homecare and 90% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Hometown Homecare's composite process score is 98.35, above the Missouri state average of 95.27, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Hometown Homecare serves 26 ZIP codes from its Fayette, Missouri office in Howard County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 26 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Hometown Homecare is a non-profit hospice. Ownership type is one of many factors CMS reports; families may want to weigh it alongside quality data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Hometown Homecare has been Medicare-certified since August 8, 1995.
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 when a patient and doctor decide to stop curative treatment, typically with a prognosis 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, support, or attention.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided doesn't specify care settings; please contact Hometown Homecare at (660) 248-2100 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin care, contact Hometown Homecare directly at (660) 248-2100 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, how a hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, and its service area — all of which are reported for Hometown Homecare on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hometown Homecare directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/261564?state=MO 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.