Journeys Hospice
Nampa, ID · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 131555)
CMS process measure: 95.83 (state average 95.18 — at state average)
Serves: 33 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (208) 353-4285 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said 92% would definitely recommend Journeys Hospice, and 87% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. Its CMS composite process-of-care score is 95.83, which is at the Idaho state average of 95.18; CMS has not published a specific star rating for this hospice in the available data.
Journeys Hospice serves 33 ZIP codes from its office in Nampa, Idaho, located in Canyon County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Journeys Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 131555), certified since February 6, 2007. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Journeys Hospice is a for-profit hospice agency based in Nampa, Idaho, serving families in Canyon County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since February 6, 2007 (CCN 131555).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 92% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 87% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which sometimes occurs when survey response counts are small; this is not an indication of poor quality.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, Journeys Hospice scored 95.83, which is at the state average of 95.18 for Idaho. CMS also reports a care index score of 9, and notes that 76.0% of patients received visits in the last days of life, as measured in the published data.
Journeys Hospice's service area, as reflected in this listing, spans 33 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no separate cost information is provided here. All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as supplied for this listing. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare and by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Journeys Hospice is Medicare-certified under CCN 131555, certified since February 6, 2007, 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 data provided, 92% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Journeys Hospice, and 87% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific star rating in this data, which can occur with smaller survey samples and does not indicate poor quality.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Journeys Hospice's composite process-of-care score is 95.83, which CMS lists as being at the Idaho state average of 95.18. CMS also reports 76.0% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Journeys Hospice, based in Nampa, Idaho (Canyon County), serves 33 ZIP codes according to this listing's data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 33 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Journeys Hospice is a for-profit agency. Ownership type does not, by itself, determine quality; CMS measures like the CAHPS survey and process scores offer more direct insight into care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Journeys Hospice has been Medicare-certified since February 6, 2007.
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 focuses on comfort rather than cure for patients generally expected to have a limited life expectancy. Both aim to manage symptoms and support quality of life.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the goal of care from curing an illness to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean abandoning medical support, as hospice teams continue to actively manage symptoms and provide care.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where Journeys Hospice provides care. Please contact the hospice at (208) 353-4285 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps. Contact Journeys Hospice at (208) 353-4285 to ask about starting care, and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, how a hospice's quality scores compare to state averages, and what area it serves — all of which are covered above using CMS data for Journeys Hospice.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Journeys Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/131555?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.