AVEANNA HOSPICE OF MONTGOMERY
Provider Information
- Address
- 315 SAINT LUKES DRIVE
MONTGOMERY, AL 36117 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- July 23, 2008
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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) | 4 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 2 |
14
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 AVEANNA HOSPICE OF MONTGOMERY 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
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Brought in through an outside supplier
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.
Equipment and supplies tied to the terminal illness and the plan of care, such as a hospital bed, oxygen, wound supplies, or a wheelchair.
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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how AVEANNA HOSPICE OF MONTGOMERY compares to hospices nationwide.
16 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 82nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
25
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 day16 min
Ranks better than about 82% 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 weekends6.8%
Ranks better than about 36% 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 life87.3%
Ranks better than about 24% 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 visits28.3%
Ranks better than about 80% 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 care4.3%
Ranks better than about 65% 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 months39.1%
Ranks better than about 43% 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 care19.6%
Ranks better than about 8% 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 hospice8.7%
Ranks better than about 3% 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$15,123 · 34th 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 8 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 62.2% 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%
- Visits in the last days of life62.2%
- 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.
- Cancer24%
- Dementia26%
- Heart and circulatory disease22%
- Stroke12%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Aveanna Hospice of Montgomery
Aveanna Hospice of Montgomery serves families in the Montgomery, Alabama area. This freestanding hospice provider offers care for patients who need comfort and support. They have been certified by Medicare since 2008. The team holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group provides a standard of care that meets strict national rules. They work to keep patients comfortable at home or in their chosen setting.
About Aveanna Hospice of Montgomery
This provider operates as a for-profit organization. They have maintained their Medicare certification for over 15 years. The Accreditation Commission for Health Care reviews their practices to ensure they follow high standards. These reviews cover patient safety and how the agency manages its daily operations. It acts as a check to see that the provider keeps their promises to patients. Families should know that this accreditation is a badge of accountability. It shows the team follows a set of rules meant to keep care safe and organized. You can feel better knowing an outside group watches their work. The staff includes 14 total employees who handle medical and emotional needs. This includes four registered nurses and one physician. They also work with two volunteers to support families during this time.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Montgomery?
Hospice care in Montgomery focuses on comfort rather than a cure. The goal is to manage symptoms and pain so patients can spend time with loved ones. Most care happens in the patient's home. The team at Aveanna Hospice of Montgomery uses their staff of 14 people to provide this support. They rely on four registered nurses and one physician to lead the medical side of care. Volunteers also help by providing companionship to patients. It is a team approach. The goal is to make every day as peaceful as possible. You will find that hospice teams work closely with family members to create a plan. They explain what to expect and how to handle changes in health. This support helps families focus on being together instead of worrying about medical tasks.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel confident before you pick a provider. Start by asking how many nurses will visit the home each week. You want to know who is on call when emergencies happen at night. Ask how they help with pain management and comfort needs. It is also good to ask how they support the family after a loss. These questions help you understand how they work. You should also ask how they coordinate care with the patient's regular doctor. Clear communication is a sign of a good team. Do not be afraid to ask for specific examples of their support. A good provider will be happy to explain their process to you. You deserve clear answers during this time.
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