Mary Greeley Hospice Services
Ames, IA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 161508)
CMS process measure: 97.34 (state average 97.19 — at state average)
Serves: 43 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (515) 239-2011 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Mary Greeley Hospice Services has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 91% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 97.34 is about the same as the Iowa state average of 97.19.
Mary Greeley Hospice Services serves 43 ZIP codes from its office in Ames, Iowa, in Story County.
Yes, Mary Greeley Hospice Services is Medicare-certified (CCN 161508, since 1987); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Mary Greeley Hospice Services is a government-owned hospice based in Ames, Iowa, serving families in Story County and the surrounding area. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since October 21, 1987, meaning it has provided hospice care under Medicare oversight for decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who completed the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Mary Greeley Hospice Services an overall rating of 4 stars. Ninety-one percent of surveyed caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 91 percent rated their overall experience at 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences of families who used the hospice's services, as reported to CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of important care processes, Mary Greeley Hospice Services scored 97.34, compared with the Iowa state average of 97.19 — placing it at the state average. CMS's care index score for this hospice is 9, and 88.9 percent of patients had visits in the last days of life, per CMS data.
The hospice reports serving 43 ZIP codes from its Ames office. As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies eligibility; no additional cost information is provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and are subject to CMS's publication schedule and update vintage.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Mary Greeley Hospice Services is Medicare-certified (CCN 161508) and has been since October 21, 1987. 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?
According to CMS CAHPS survey data, family caregivers gave this hospice a 4-star overall rating, with 91% saying they would definitely recommend it and 91% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
CMS's composite process measure for this hospice is 97.34, compared with the Iowa state average of 97.19, placing it at the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice reports serving 43 ZIP codes from its office in Ames, Iowa, in Story County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 43 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Mary Greeley Hospice Services is government-owned. Ownership type is reported by CMS but does not by itself indicate quality of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since October 21, 1987.
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 focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor estimates a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean no care is provided — pain management and support continue.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Mary Greeley Hospice Services at (515) 239-2011 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact Mary Greeley Hospice Services directly at (515) 239-2011 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how quality measures compare to state averages, and the range of ZIP codes served — all of which are covered in this profile using CMS data; for additional questions, contact the hospice at (515) 239-2011.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Mary Greeley Hospice Services (CCN 161508) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/161508?state=IA.
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.