Hospice Of The Midwest, Llc
Johnston, IA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 161609)
CMS process measure: 99.25 (state average 97.19 — above state average)
Serves: 111 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (515) 218-2143 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of The Midwest received 4 stars from family caregivers in the CMS survey, with 90% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 99.25 compared to the Iowa state average of 97.19, placing it above average.
Hospice Of The Midwest serves 111 ZIP codes from its Johnston, Iowa office in Polk County.
Yes, Hospice Of The Midwest is Medicare-certified (CCN 161609, since January 2016); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of The Midwest, LLC is a for-profit hospice based in Johnston, Iowa, in Polk County. It has been Medicare-certified since January 21, 2016, with CCN 161609. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost figures are included here.
According to CMS Care Compare CAHPS survey data, family caregivers gave this hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Ninety percent of surveyed family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect family caregiver perceptions reported to CMS and are one part of a fuller picture of care quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core clinical processes are followed, this hospice scored 99.25, compared to the Iowa state average of 97.19 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that visits were provided in the last days of life for 78.6% of patients, according to the most recent published data.
This hospice serves a broad area, covering 111 ZIP codes from its Johnston, Iowa office. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data as published by CMS; where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often related to small patient counts rather than an indication of quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of The Midwest is Medicare-certified (CCN 161609) since January 21, 2016, 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, family caregivers gave this hospice 4 stars overall; 90% said they would definitely recommend it and 85% rated their experience 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 99.25, compared to the Iowa state average of 97.19, placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and visits in the last days of life for 78.6% of patients.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice serves 111 ZIP codes from its Johnston, Iowa office in Polk County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 111 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Hospice Of The Midwest is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care; CMS quality measures and caregiver survey results are better indicators.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since January 21, 2016.
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 patients with a life-limiting illness who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Hospice does not mean giving up care — it means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom management, and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness.
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 Hospice Of The Midwest at (515) 218-2143 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact Hospice Of The Midwest directly at (515) 218-2143 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, CMS quality measures, service area, and how the hospice supports patients and families day to day; contact Hospice Of The Midwest at (515) 218-2143 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Of The Midwest on Medicare Care Compare at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/161609?state=IA using CCN 161609.
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.