Amedisys Home Health
Shelton, CT · Medicare-certified home health agency (CCN 077136)
Patient survey (HHCAHPS): 4★
Serves: 96 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (203) 327-2680 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Amedisys Home Health holds a 4-star CMS quality rating, above the Connecticut average of 3, and a 4-star patient survey rating. These figures come from CMS Care Compare data.
Amedisys Home Health offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services. It serves 96 ZIP codes from its Shelton, Connecticut office.
Yes, Amedisys Home Health is Medicare-certified (CCN 077136, certified since 1981), so eligible home health services are covered under Medicare when ordered by a doctor. No additional benefit details are available beyond this certification status.
About this agency
Amedisys Home Health is a Medicare-certified home health agency located in Shelton, Connecticut, certified since October 15, 1981 (CCN 077136). The agency is organized as a proprietary (for-profit) provider and offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services.
According to CMS Care Compare data, Amedisys Home Health holds an overall quality star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the Connecticut state average of 3 stars. Its patient survey star rating is also 4 out of 5, reflecting patient experience feedback collected by CMS. Among the agency's CMS-reported quality measures, 99.74% of care episodes began in a timely manner, and 90.73% of patients showed improvement in walking or moving around during the course of care.
Amedisys Home Health serves a broad area, covering 96 ZIP codes from its Shelton, CT office. These figures represent the most recent CMS Care Compare data vintage referenced for this profile and are subject to periodic CMS updates. Prospective patients and caregivers are encouraged to verify current ratings, measures, and service area directly on Medicare Care Compare or by contacting the agency, since CMS data is updated on a rolling basis and may change over time.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare pay for care from this agency?
Yes, Amedisys Home Health is Medicare-certified (CCN 077136), certified since October 15, 1981, so eligible services are covered under Medicare when ordered by a doctor.
What services does this agency offer?
The agency offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services.
What is this agency's CMS quality star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The agency has a 4-star CMS quality rating, above the Connecticut state average of 3 stars, per CMS Care Compare data.
What do patients say about this agency in the CMS patient survey?
The agency has a 4-star patient survey rating according to CMS Care Compare.
How do I check this agency's quality and staffing record?
You can review current ratings and measures at the CMS Care Compare page: https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/home-health/077136?state=CT.
What areas and ZIP codes does this agency serve?
Amedisys Home Health serves 96 ZIP codes from its Shelton, CT office.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 96 this agency reports serving.
What questions should I ask before hiring this agency?
Consider asking about current staffing, availability, and specific care plans; contact the agency at (203) 327-2680 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What is the difference between home health care and non-medical home care?
The data provided covers only Medicare-certified home health services (nursing, therapy, aide, and social services); for details on non-medical home care distinctions, contact the agency at (203) 327-2680.
How long has this agency been Medicare-certified?
Amedisys Home Health has been Medicare-certified since October 15, 1981.
Who owns this agency — for-profit, non-profit, or government?
The agency is organized as a proprietary (for-profit) provider.
How much does home health care cost and who pays?
Cost information is not published in CMS Care Compare data; contact the agency at (203) 327-2680 and verify coverage details with Medicare.
How do I contact this agency to start care?
You can reach Amedisys Home Health at (203) 327-2680 to inquire about starting care.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh); certified since 10/15/1981. Ratings are CMS's official measures, not Care Considered's opinion. Always verify current status with the agency and Medicare before arranging care.