Livingston Hospice Care
Livingston, MT · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 271504)
CMS process measure: 86.96 (state average 94.29 — below state average)
Serves: 8 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (406) 823-6430 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for Livingston Hospice Care, so no star rating or recommendation percentage is available. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 86.96, which is below the Montana state average of 94.29.
Livingston Hospice Care serves 8 ZIP codes from its office in Livingston, Montana, in Park County.
Yes, Livingston Hospice Care is Medicare-certified (CCN 271504, since 1990); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Livingston Hospice Care is a Medicare-certified hospice located in Livingston, Montana, serving families in Park County. It has been Medicare-certified since February 28, 1990, and is classified by CMS as an "Other" ownership type. Livingston Hospice Care currently serves 8 ZIP codes from its Livingston office.
According to CMS Care Compare data, CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results (star rating, percentage who would definitely recommend, or percentage rating the hospice 9-10) for Livingston Hospice Care. This is often the case for hospices with small patient counts, and it does not indicate poor quality of care — it simply means the data has not been reported.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of recommended care processes, Livingston Hospice Care scored 86.96, compared to a Montana state average of 94.29 — placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 77.1% of patients received visits in the last days of life, according to the most recent Care Compare data available.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond this are available in the data provided. Families are encouraged to contact Livingston Hospice Care directly and to review the most current figures on Medicare Care Compare before making care decisions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Livingston Hospice Care is Medicare-certified (CCN 271504, since February 28, 1990). 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 has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for Livingston Hospice Care, often due to small patient counts; this does not indicate anything negative about care quality.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Livingston Hospice Care's composite process score is 86.96, which is below the Montana state average of 94.29. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and that 77.1% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Livingston Hospice Care serves 8 ZIP codes from its office in Livingston, Montana, in Park County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 8 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS classifies Livingston Hospice Care's ownership type as "Other." Ownership type can relate to organizational structure, but CMS quality measures like the composite process score are the more direct indicator of care processes.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Livingston Hospice Care has been Medicare-certified since February 28, 1990.
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 generally for patients who have decided to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies a limited life expectancy.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up all forms of care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Livingston Hospice Care provides services; please contact the hospice at (406) 823-6430 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 Livingston Hospice Care directly at (406) 823-6430 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Consider asking about CMS quality measures, family caregiver survey results, service area, and how care is provided; contact Livingston Hospice Care at (406) 823-6430 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Livingston Hospice Care's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/271504?state=MT.
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.