Lakeside Hospice Inc
Pell City, AL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 011526)
CMS process measure: 97.39 (state average 97.92 — at state average)
Serves: 51 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (205) 884-1111 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Lakeside Hospice Inc received 5 stars from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 99% saying they would definitely recommend the hospice. Its CMS composite process score of 97.39 is about at the Alabama state average of 97.92.
Lakeside Hospice Inc serves 51 ZIP codes from its office in Pell City, Alabama, in St. Clair County.
Yes, Lakeside Hospice Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 011526), certified since 1991, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Lakeside Hospice Inc is a for-profit hospice located in Pell City, Alabama, serving families in St. Clair County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since March 28, 1991, meaning it has provided hospice services under Medicare oversight for over three decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Lakeside Hospice a top rating of 5 stars. Among survey respondents, 99% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 97% rated the overall care a 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family caregivers of patients who received care.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of recommended care processes, Lakeside Hospice scored 97.39, which CMS classifies as at the Alabama state average of 97.92. CMS data also lists a care index score of 9 and reports that 89.4% of patients received visits during the last days of life, according to CMS timing-of-visits reporting.
Lakeside Hospice reports serving 51 ZIP codes from its Pell City office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and may not reflect the most current reporting period; families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Lakeside Hospice Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 011526) and has been since March 28, 1991. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who are eligible and certified by a doctor.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, Lakeside Hospice Inc received a 5-star rating from family caregivers, with 99% saying they would definitely recommend it and 97% giving an overall rating of 9 or 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 97.39, which is at the Alabama state average of 97.92. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and that 89.4% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Lakeside Hospice Inc reports serving 51 ZIP codes from its office in Pell City, St. Clair County, Alabama.
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Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Lakeside Hospice Inc is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not directly determine quality; CMS quality and survey scores are the more direct indicators of care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 28, 1991, over three decades of continuous certification.
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 rather than cure when a patient has a life-limiting illness, typically with a prognosis of six months or less if the disease runs its normal course.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, dignity, and quality of life rather than treatments aimed at curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify where this hospice provides care; please contact Lakeside Hospice Inc at (205) 884-1111 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; please contact Lakeside Hospice Inc directly at (205) 884-1111 to learn how to begin care, and verify certification on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality measure scores, service area, and how visits are scheduled; contact Lakeside Hospice Inc at (205) 884-1111 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Lakeside Hospice Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/011526?state=AL to confirm current CMS-reported figures.
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.