Idaho Home Health & Hospice
Twin Falls, ID · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 131501)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 95.18 — above state average)
Serves: 50 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (208) 887-9283 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Idaho Home Health & Hospice received a 5-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 90% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Idaho state average of 95.18.
Idaho Home Health & Hospice serves 50 ZIP codes from its Twin Falls, Idaho office in Twin Falls County. Families in this area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific location is covered.
Yes, Idaho Home Health & Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 131501, since 1984. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Idaho Home Health & Hospice, located in Twin Falls, Idaho, has been Medicare-certified since April 5, 1984. Its ownership is classified by CMS as "Other." The hospice serves families across a broad area, covering 50 ZIP codes from its Twin Falls County office.
According to CMS Care Compare's CAHPS Hospice Survey data, family caregivers rated this hospice 5 stars overall. Ninety percent of caregivers surveyed said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 87% gave it an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family caregivers who responded to the survey, as published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects the consistency of core hospice care processes, Idaho Home Health & Hospice scored 100.00, compared to a state average of 95.18 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that visits occurred in the last days of life for 84.0% of patients, and the care index score is 10.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility. No cost details beyond that are provided here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient counts rather than any indication of quality. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Idaho Home Health & Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 131501) since April 5, 1984, 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 Care Compare data shows a 5-star family caregiver rating, with 90% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 87% giving it a 9 or 10 out of 10 rating.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure score is 100.00, compared to the Idaho state average of 95.18, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 50 ZIP codes from its Twin Falls, Idaho office in Twin Falls County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 50 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS classifies its ownership type as "Other." Ownership type alone does not determine quality of care; CMS quality measures and caregiver survey results offer more specific insight.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since April 5, 1984.
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 stopped curative treatment and are focused on comfort, typically with a prognosis of six months or less if the illness runs its expected course.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting focus from curative treatment to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care, support, or attention — it is a different kind of care focused on comfort.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact Idaho Home Health & Hospice at (208) 887-9283 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact Idaho Home Health & Hospice directly at (208) 887-9283 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey ratings, quality measure scores, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact Idaho Home Health & Hospice at (208) 887-9283 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Idaho Home Health & Hospice's official CMS listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/131501?state=ID.
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.