Hospice in ZIP 52531 (Albia, IA)
This directory covers 1 Medicare-certified hospice in ZIP 52531, Albia, IA, based on public CMS data (average overall rating 2.0 / 5).
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Hospice programs provide comfort-focused, palliative care for people with a terminal illness, typically in the home. Services include nursing, aide support, counseling, and respite care for family caregivers. Medicare-certified hospices must meet federal conditions of participation.
Hospice data comparison
| Provider | Overall | Care index | Caregiver survey | Daily census | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARE INITIATIVES HOSPICE - ALBIA | 2.0 | 10 | 2.0 | 47 | non-profit |
Hospice profiles in ZIP 52531
How to compare hospice in ZIP 52531
The best comparison uses several signals at once: inspection history, nurse staffing, quality measures, and the specific services a person needs. Ratings summarize those signals but never replace a visit or a conversation with staff.
Visit candidates in ZIP 52531, Albia, IA when possible, ask how care plans are set and reviewed, and confirm costs, coverage, and availability in writing. Staffing consistency and clear family communication matter as much as any published score.
What CMS data shows for hospice in ZIP 52531
Of the 1 hospice listed in ZIP 52531, 1 (100%) have a published CMS overall star rating in the current snapshot. Ownership on record breaks down as 1 non-profit. The highest published overall rating in this ZIP is 2.0 out of 5 at CARE INITIATIVES HOSPICE - ALBIA (non-profit). The average hospice care index among reporting programs is 10.0. Family caregiver survey ratings average 2.0 out of 5 across 1 reporting program. Reporting programs average a daily census of 47 patients each.
| Providers on record | 1 |
|---|---|
| With a published overall rating | 1 of 1 (100%) |
| Average overall rating | 2.0 / 5 |
| Highest-rated provider | CARE INITIATIVES HOSPICE - ALBIA (2.0 / 5) |
| Ownership mix | 1 non-profit |
| Avg hospice care index | 10.0 |
| Avg caregiver survey star | 2.0 / 5 |
| Avg daily census | 47 |
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This page is compiled from the CMS Provider Data Catalog public dataset, processing date 2026-10-06. See the methodology page for normalization details. This page is informational only and is not medical advice.
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