Hospice Del Valle, Inc.
Alamosa, CO · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 061511)
CMS process measure: 62.71 (state average 96.4 — below state average)
Serves: 24 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (719) 589-9019 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said they would recommend Hospice Del Valle 92% of the time, and 87% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 62.71, which is below the Colorado state average of 96.40.
Hospice Del Valle serves 24 ZIP codes from its office in Alamosa, Colorado, in Alamosa County.
Yes, Hospice Del Valle is Medicare-certified, with CCN 061511, certified since January 6, 1986. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Del Valle, Inc. is a non-profit hospice in Alamosa, Colorado, serving Alamosa County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since January 6, 1986. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 92% would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 87% gave it an overall rating of 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. CMS has not published a separate CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided; often this reflects a small number of survey responses rather than any indication of quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently the hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Hospice Del Valle scored 62.71, compared to a Colorado state average of 96.40 — placing it below the state average on this measure. A separate care index score of 9 and a rate of 16.0% for visits in the last days of life are also part of the CMS dataset, though families should ask the hospice directly how these figures relate to day-to-day care.
Hospice Del Valle serves 24 ZIP codes from its Alamosa office. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published; families are encouraged to review the current data directly on Care Compare and to contact the hospice with any questions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Hospice Del Valle?
Yes, Hospice Del Valle is Medicare-certified (CCN 061511, since January 6, 1986). 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, 92% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Hospice Del Valle, and 87% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Hospice Del Valle's composite process score is 62.71, compared to a Colorado state average of 96.40, placing it below the state average on this measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Hospice Del Valle serves 24 ZIP codes from its office in Alamosa, Alamosa County, Colorado.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 24 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Hospice Del Valle is a non-profit organization; ownership type is one factor among several CMS data points and does not by itself indicate quality of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Hospice Del Valle has been Medicare-certified since January 6, 1986.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of illness to ease symptoms, while hospice care focuses on comfort for people with a terminal diagnosis who are no longer pursuing curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No — hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, dignity, and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; patients can still receive treatment for symptoms and other health needs.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Hospice Del Valle delivers care; please contact the hospice at (719) 589-9019 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact Hospice Del Valle directly at (719) 589-9019 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about the CAHPS survey results, the composite process score compared to the state average, the ZIP codes served, and how the hospice provides care — Hospice Del Valle can be reached at (719) 589-9019 for these details.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Del Valle directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/061511?state=CO to see the latest published 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.