Stillwater Of Hospice
Bozeman, MT · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 271539)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 94.29 — above state average)
Serves: 23 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (406) 404-2266 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Stillwater Of Hospice holds a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 91% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its composite process score of 100.00 is above the Montana state average of 94.29.
Stillwater Of Hospice serves 23 ZIP codes from its Bozeman, MT office in Gallatin County. Families in and around this area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific location is included.
Yes, Stillwater Of Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 271539, certified since December 12, 2020. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Stillwater Of Hospice is a for-profit hospice serving Bozeman, Montana and surrounding communities in Gallatin County. It has been Medicare-certified since December 12, 2020, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 271539.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers surveyed through the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Stillwater Of Hospice a 4-star rating. Of those surveyed, 91% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 90% rated their overall experience of care between 9 and 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family members of patients who received care from this provider.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice follows recommended care processes, Stillwater Of Hospice scored 100.00, which is above the Montana state average of 94.29. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 42.9% of patients, based on the most recent published data.
Stillwater Of Hospice reports serving 23 ZIP codes from its Bozeman office, indicating a moderately broad service area within the region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and may be updated periodically by CMS. Families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Stillwater Of Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 271539) since December 12, 2020, and 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?
Family caregivers gave Stillwater Of Hospice a 4-star rating on the CAHPS survey, with 91% saying they would definitely recommend it and 90% rating their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure score is 100.00, which is above the Montana state average of 94.29, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Stillwater Of Hospice serves 23 ZIP codes from its Bozeman, Montana office in Gallatin County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 23 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Stillwater Of Hospice is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not directly determine quality, but CMS reports outcomes and survey results separately so families can compare providers regardless of ownership structure.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since December 12, 2020.
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 with a life expectancy of six months or less who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness; it does not mean giving up all medical care or attention.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided CMS data does not specify care settings for Stillwater Of Hospice; please contact the hospice at (406) 404-2266 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The CMS data does not describe the intake process; please contact Stillwater Of Hospice directly at (406) 404-2266 to learn how to begin care, and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how a hospice's process measures compare to the state average, and its service area; you can also ask the hospice directly at (406) 404-2266 about topics not covered in CMS data, such as staffing and services offered.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Stillwater Of Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/271539?state=MT 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.