Penn Medicine Home Health
Bala Cynwyd, PA · Medicare-certified home health agency (CCN 397125)
Patient survey (HHCAHPS): 5★
Serves: 205 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (610) 747-3400 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Penn Medicine Home Health holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, below the Pennsylvania average of 3.5, but it has a 5-star patient survey rating. This suggests patients report a very positive experience even though the overall quality star falls slightly under the state average.
Penn Medicine Home Health offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services. It serves 205 ZIP codes from its office in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania.
Yes, Penn Medicine Home Health is Medicare-certified, with CCN 397125, certified since April 26, 1977, so eligible home health services are covered under Medicare when ordered by a doctor. Coverage details beyond certification status should be confirmed with the agency or Medicare directly.
About this agency
Penn Medicine Home Health is a Medicare-certified home health agency based in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, certified since April 26, 1977. The agency is organized as a non-profit provider and offers a full range of home health services, including Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services.
According to CMS Care Compare data, Penn Medicine Home Health holds an overall quality star rating of 3 out of 5, which falls below the Pennsylvania state average of 3.5 stars. Its patient survey star rating, based on the CMS patient experience survey, is 5 out of 5. Among the CMS outcome measures reported, 86.54% of patients received timely initiation of care, and 86.99% of patients showed improvement in their ability to walk or move around during their episode of care.
The agency reports serving a broad geographic area, covering 205 ZIP codes from its Bala Cynwyd office. This wide service area indicates the agency reaches many surrounding communities in the greater Philadelphia region.
All star ratings, survey results, and outcome percentages cited here are drawn from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recently published data vintage available at the time of this profile. Prospective patients and caregivers should verify current ratings, measures, and service area details directly on Medicare Care Compare, as CMS updates this information periodically.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare pay for care from this agency?
Yes, Penn Medicine Home Health is Medicare-certified (CCN 397125), certified since April 26, 1977, so eligible home health services are covered by 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?
It has a 3-star CMS quality rating, which is below the Pennsylvania state average of 3.5 stars.
What do patients say about this agency in the CMS patient survey?
The agency's patient survey star rating is 5 out of 5, based on CMS Care Compare survey data.
How do I check this agency's quality and staffing record?
You can review current ratings and measures on Medicare Care Compare at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/home-health/397125?state=PA.
What areas and ZIP codes does this agency serve?
The agency serves 205 ZIP codes from its office in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 205 this agency reports serving.
What questions should I ask before hiring this agency?
For specific questions about staffing, scheduling, or care plans, contact the agency directly at (610) 747-3400 and verify current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What is the difference between home health care and non-medical home care?
The data provided does not describe non-medical home care; for clarification on service types, contact the agency at (610) 747-3400.
How long has this agency been Medicare-certified?
The agency has been Medicare-certified since April 26, 1977.
Who owns this agency — for-profit, non-profit, or government?
Penn Medicine Home Health is organized as a non-profit agency.
How much does home health care cost and who pays?
Cost information is not published by CMS; contact the agency at (610) 747-3400 to discuss payment and coverage, and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I contact this agency to start care?
You can contact Penn Medicine Home Health at (610) 747-3400 to inquire about starting care.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh); certified since 04/26/1977. Ratings are CMS's official measures, not Care Considered's opinion. Always verify current status with the agency and Medicare before arranging care.