ALABAMA HOSPICE CARE OF MOBILE
Provider Information
- Address
- 851 E I-654 SERVICE ROAD SOUTH SUITE 1050
MOBILE, AL 36608 - Ownership Type
- Other
- Medicare Certified Since
- October 3, 1997
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CMS Quality Ratings
Composite score combining quality measures and patient survey results.
Based on the CMS Hospice Care Index — 10 operational quality indicators including visits near death, nursing minutes, and care transitions.
CAHPS Hospice Survey — family caregivers rate communication, symptom management, respect, and overall experience.
CMS scores as of May 2026. Quality of Care derived from CMS Hospice Care Index. Patient Satisfaction from the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey. Overall is the equally-weighted average of both. All source data published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Staffing & Capacity
| Role | Staff Count |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 18 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 10 |
31
Total Employees
Staffing data as reported to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Inpatient Care and Medical Equipment
Hospices report these services to Medicare when they are certified. This is what ALABAMA HOSPICE CARE OF MOBILE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Arranged through another hospital or nursing home
- Type of inpatient care
- Both general inpatient care and respite care
Short stays in a hospice inpatient unit, hospital, or nursing home for pain or symptoms that cannot be managed where the patient lives, or to give family caregivers a break.
Medicare lets hospices provide these services through arrangements with other organizations. Either way, the hospice stays responsible for the covered care in the patient’s plan of care.
Reported by this hospice to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services when it was certified in 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ALABAMA HOSPICE CARE OF MOBILE compares to hospices nationwide.
10.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 31st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
85
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
How this hospice compares nationally
Bars show national standing on measures from the CMS Hospice Care Index. A fuller bar means this hospice does better than more of the hospices CMS tracks.
- Nurse care minutes per home care day10.5 min
Ranks better than about 31% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The average minutes of nursing care per day for patients getting routine care at home, based on Medicare claims. More nurse time usually means more hands-on support.
- Skilled nursing on weekends4.9%
Ranks better than about 15% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of skilled nursing time delivered on Saturdays and Sundays. Symptoms do not wait for weekdays, so weekend coverage matters.
- Nurse visits in the last days of life95.2%
Ranks better than about 63% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who got nurse visits in their final days of life. This is when families tend to need the most support.
- Gaps in nursing visits39.7%
Ranks better than about 67% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
How often patients went more than a week without a nursing visit. Fewer gaps mean steadier attention.
- Patients discharged alive early in care3.3%
Ranks better than about 71% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice alive within the first week of care. A rate of 0% means it did not happen to any of their patients.
- Patients discharged alive after 6 months36.9%
Ranks better than about 49% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients discharged alive after six months or more in hospice care.
- Hospital transfers near the end of care16.4%
Ranks better than about 13% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, spent time in the hospital, then came back to hospice.
- Hospital stays that interrupt hospice1.6%
Ranks better than about 42% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, went to the hospital, and died there soon after.
- Days at higher levels of care (CHC or GIP)52nd percentile
What this measures
The share of care days delivered at higher levels, such as continuous home care or inpatient care. Shown only as a national rank because small percentages round to zero.
- Medicare spending per patient$20,682 · 64th percentile
What this measures
What Medicare paid per patient for this hospice's care. Higher or lower spending is not a quality judgment by itself.
Care steps completed at admissionShow detailsMedicare tracked 9 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 78.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life78.6%
- All care steps completed100%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer14%
- Dementia26%
- Heart and circulatory disease34%
- Lung and respiratory disease8%
- Stroke6%
- Other conditions15%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Alabama Hospice Care of Mobile
Alabama Hospice Care of Mobile serves families in the Mobile, Alabama area. They provide end of life support to patients who need comfort and care. This provider has been part of the Medicare program since 1997. They operate as a freestanding hospice agency in Mobile County. The team works to honor the needs of each patient under their care. This location is on East I-654 Service Road South. Their goal is to provide quality help for those facing a terminal illness. Choosing the right hospice team is a big decision for any family. This provider has a long history of serving the local community.
About Alabama Hospice Care of Mobile
This agency is listed as an other ownership type. They have served the Mobile region for over twenty-five years. Being Medicare certified shows they meet federal standards for health and safety. Their team includes 18 registered nurses and 2 physicians. They also have 10 volunteers who help provide support to patients. These numbers show they have a strong staff ready to help. Families should know that having enough staff is a good sign of quality care. The team is large enough to handle daily medical needs. They focus on managing pain and symptoms for every patient. You can call them at 251-345-1023 to learn more about their services. It is helpful to ask about their specific care plans during your first call.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Mobile?
Hospice care in Mobile focuses on comfort for patients and their families. The care team comes to where the patient lives. This could be a private home or a care facility. The staff manages pain and physical symptoms to improve daily life. Nurses visit often to check on the patient and adjust medicine. Doctors and social workers also join the team to offer support. That is the standard way hospice works. With 31 total employees, this agency has the resources to provide regular visits. They aim to make the final months as peaceful as possible. Families often find that hospice care allows them to spend more time together. It removes the stress of managing medical needs alone. The focus is always on the patient's wishes and comfort.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice provider requires careful thought and clear questions. You should ask how quickly a nurse can arrive if a problem starts at night. Ask how the team handles pain management and symptom relief. You should also ask how they support family members with emotional needs. It is good to know how they handle emergencies after business hours. Ask about the role of their volunteers in daily care. You might ask how they communicate with the patient's main doctor. Getting clear answers helps you feel more confident in your choice. The best providers will be happy to explain their process to you. Take your time to get the information you need for your family.
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