Symbii Hospice
Chubbuck, ID · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 131552)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 95.18 — above state average)
Serves: 51 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (208) 637-2273 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Symbii Hospice earned a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 90% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above Idaho's state average of 95.18.
Symbii Hospice serves 51 ZIP codes from its office in Chubbuck, Idaho, in Bannock County. Families in the surrounding area may contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included.
Yes, Symbii Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 131552, certified since 2006. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Symbii Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Chubbuck, Idaho, serving families in Bannock County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since July 25, 2006, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 131552.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey rated Symbii Hospice 4 stars overall. Ninety percent of surveyed caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 86 percent gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 on a 0-10 scale.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers a bundle of recommended care processes, Symbii Hospice scored 100.00, compared with a state average of 95.18 for Idaho — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 67.6% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, one of several care-index-related figures CMS publishes for this hospice.
Symbii Hospice reports serving 51 ZIP codes from its Chubbuck office, reflecting a fairly broad service area for families seeking hospice support in the region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and are subject to CMS's most recent published survey vintage; families are encouraged to confirm current details directly on Care Compare or with the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Symbii Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 131552), certified since July 25, 2006. 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 Hospice Survey, Symbii Hospice received a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 90% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 86% giving an overall rating of 9 or 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Symbii Hospice's CMS composite process score is 100.00, compared with Idaho's state average of 95.18, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Symbii Hospice reports serving 51 ZIP codes from its Chubbuck, Idaho office in Bannock County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 51 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Symbii Hospice is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not directly determine quality of care, but CMS publishes it so families can consider it alongside survey and quality data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Symbii Hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 25, 2006.
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 specifically for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies a life expectancy of six months or less.
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 on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Symbii Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (208) 637-2273 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin hospice care with Symbii Hospice, contact them directly at (208) 637-2273 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction survey results, how the hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, and its service area — Symbii Hospice's CMS data shows a 4-star caregiver rating, 90% recommendation rate, and a composite process score of 100.00 versus Idaho's average of 95.18.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Symbii Hospice's CMS data directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/131552?state=ID.
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.