Legacy Hospice
Albuquerque, NM · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 321569)
CMS process measure: 59.62 (state average 95.93 — below state average)
Serves: 56 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (505) 338-3702 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said they would definitely recommend Legacy Hospice 86% of the time, with 88% giving it a top rating of 9 or 10. On the CMS composite process measure, Legacy Hospice scored 59.62, below the New Mexico state average of 95.93.
Legacy Hospice serves 56 ZIP codes from its Albuquerque, New Mexico office in Bernalillo County.
Yes, Legacy Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 321569, since 2014); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Legacy Hospice is a for-profit hospice agency based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, serving Bernalillo County and surrounding areas. According to CMS Care Compare data, the hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 17, 2014.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, 86% of caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 88% gave it an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific star rating for this hospice in the data provided.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently the hospice delivers a set of recommended care processes, Legacy Hospice scored 59.62, compared to the New Mexico state average of 95.93 — placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 7 and notes that 65.2% of patients received visits in the last days of life, based on the data supplied.
Legacy Hospice's service area, per this data, spans 56 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no additional 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 figures directly on Medicare Care Compare and to contact the hospice with any questions about services.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Legacy Hospice is Medicare-certified, with certification since July 17, 2014 (CCN 321569). 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, 86% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Legacy Hospice, and 88% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Legacy Hospice's composite process score is 59.62, compared to the New Mexico state average of 95.93, placing it below the state average on this measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Legacy Hospice serves 56 ZIP codes from its Albuquerque, New Mexico location in Bernalillo County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 56 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Legacy Hospice is a for-profit agency. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care; the CMS survey and process measures above offer more direct comparisons.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Legacy Hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 17, 2014.
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 who have chosen to stop curative treatment and focus on comfort, typically when a doctor determines a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care from curing illness to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care, but rather choosing a different kind of care centered on comfort and support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify where Legacy Hospice provides care; please contact the hospice at (505) 338-3702 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact Legacy Hospice directly at (505) 338-3702 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, how a hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, and the size of its service area — all information you can review here or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view Legacy Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/321569?state=NM.
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.