Upland Hills Hospice
Dodgeville, WI · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 521549)
CMS process measure: 98.81 (state average 96.57 — above state average)
Serves: 29 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (608) 930-7210 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published a star rating for Upland Hills Hospice, but 95% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend it, and its composite process score of 98.81 is above the Wisconsin state average of 96.57. These figures come from the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey and CMS quality measures.
Upland Hills Hospice serves 29 ZIP codes from its Dodgeville, Wisconsin office in Iowa County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Upland Hills Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 521549, certified since March 3, 1994. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Upland Hills Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Dodgeville, Wisconsin, serving families in Iowa County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since March 3, 1994 (CCN 521549), meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who completed the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey reported strong experiences: 95% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 94% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which does not indicate a quality concern — CMS sometimes withholds a summary star for hospices, particularly those with smaller survey samples.
On CMS's composite process measure, Upland Hills Hospice scored 98.81, which is above the Wisconsin state average of 96.57. CMS also reports that 98.1% of patients received visits in the last days of life, a measure of timely care during the final stage of illness.
Upland Hills Hospice's service area currently covers 29 ZIP codes from its Dodgeville office, reflecting a moderately broad regional reach.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no additional cost information is provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as supplied for this listing. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Upland Hills Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 521549), certified since March 3, 1994, 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?
In the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey, 95% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Upland Hills Hospice, and 94% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published an overall star rating for this hospice in the data available.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Upland Hills Hospice's composite process score is 98.81, above the Wisconsin state average of 96.57. CMS also reports that 98.1% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Upland Hills Hospice serves 29 ZIP codes from its Dodgeville, Wisconsin office in Iowa County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 29 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Upland Hills Hospice is organized as a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality; CMS quality measures and survey results offer a more direct comparison.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Upland Hills Hospice has been Medicare-certified since March 3, 1994.
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 certifies a life expectancy of six months or less if the illness runs its usual course.
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; patients can still receive treatment for pain and other symptoms, and can leave hospice if their goals change.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Upland Hills Hospice delivers care; contact the hospice at (608) 930-7210 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care, contact Upland Hills Hospice directly at (608) 930-7210 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about the hospice's CAHPS survey results, its quality measure scores compared to the state average, the ZIP codes it serves, and how to begin care — Upland Hills Hospice can be reached at (608) 930-7210 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Upland Hills Hospice (CCN 521549) directly on Medicare Care Compare at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/521549?state=WI.
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.