Vivie Hospice
Alexandria, MN · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 241592)
CMS process measure: 99.23 (state average 97.62 — above state average)
Serves: 154 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (320) 759-1275 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Vivie Hospice has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 86% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.23 is above the Minnesota state average of 97.62.
Vivie Hospice serves 154 ZIP codes from its office in Alexandria, Minnesota, in Douglas County.
Yes, Vivie Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 241592, since 2013); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Vivie Hospice is a non-profit hospice based in Alexandria, Minnesota, in Douglas County, certified for Medicare participation since May 8, 2013 (CCN 241592). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Vivie Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among respondents, 86% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to family and friends, and 80% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered, Vivie Hospice scored 99.23, compared with the Minnesota state average of 97.62 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and that visits occurred in the last days of life for 71.1% of patients, per available CMS data.
Vivie Hospice's service area, as listed on Care Compare, spans 154 ZIP codes served from its Alexandria office.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as reported by CMS; where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often related to small patient counts rather than any indication of quality. 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 Vivie Hospice?
Yes. Vivie Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 241592, since May 8, 2013), and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about Vivie Hospice in the CMS survey?
CMS CAHPS survey data shows a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 86% saying they would definitely recommend Vivie Hospice and 80% giving an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does Vivie Hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process-of-care score is 99.23, compared with the Minnesota state average of 97.62, putting it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does Vivie Hospice serve?
Vivie Hospice serves 154 ZIP codes from its office in Alexandria, Douglas County, Minnesota.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 154 this hospice reports serving.
Is Vivie Hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Vivie Hospice is organized as a non-profit hospice; ownership type is one factor among many families may consider, alongside CMS survey results and quality measures.
How long has Vivie Hospice been Medicare-certified?
Vivie Hospice has been Medicare-certified since May 8, 2013.
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 believes life expectancy is 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?
This information is not included in the CMS data provided; please contact Vivie Hospice at (320) 759-1275 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The CMS data does not describe the enrollment process; please contact Vivie Hospice directly at (320) 759-1275 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 ratings, how care is provided, staffing, and how quality measures compare to state averages — Vivie Hospice can be contacted at (320) 759-1275 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Vivie Hospice's current CMS data directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/241592?state=MN.
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.