Osf Saint Anthony'S Hospice
Alton, IL · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 141573)
CMS process measure: 98.56 (state average 96.22 — above state average)
Serves: 33 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (618) 463-5683 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said they would definitely recommend OSF Saint Anthony's Hospice 85% of the time, and 80% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, this hospice scored 98.56, above the Illinois state average of 96.22.
OSF Saint Anthony's Hospice serves 33 ZIP codes from its Alton, Illinois office in Madison County. Families should confirm their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, OSF Saint Anthony's Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 141573, since 1994). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
OSF Saint Anthony's Hospice is a non-profit hospice based in Alton, Illinois, serving Madison County and surrounding communities. According to CMS Care Compare data, this hospice has been Medicare-certified since September 15, 1994.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, 85% of caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 80% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can occur due to smaller survey sample sizes and does not indicate poor quality.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes, this hospice scored 98.56, above the Illinois state average of 96.22. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 69.8% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life, according to the available data.
OSF Saint Anthony's Hospice serves 33 ZIP codes from its Alton, Illinois office. As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond this are provided here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. 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, OSF Saint Anthony's Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 141573), certified since September 15, 1994. 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, 85% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 80% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
This hospice's CMS composite process score is 98.56, which is above the Illinois state average of 96.22.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
OSF Saint Anthony's Hospice serves 33 ZIP codes from its office in Alton, Illinois, in Madison County.
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?
OSF Saint Anthony's Hospice is a non-profit organization. Ownership type does not by itself determine care quality, but families may want to consider it alongside CMS quality data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since September 15, 1994, according to CMS data.
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, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up all care, only curative treatment for the terminal condition.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact OSF Saint Anthony's Hospice at (618) 463-5683 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 OSF Saint Anthony's Hospice at (618) 463-5683 for guidance on starting care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how the hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, and its service area; contact OSF Saint Anthony's Hospice at (618) 463-5683 for further details.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review this hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/141573?state=IL to confirm current ratings and details.
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.