Amedisys Hospice Of Greater Chesapeake
Rosedale, MD · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 211536)
CMS process measure: 99.81 (state average 98.78 — above state average)
Serves: 112 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (410) 686-5635 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave this hospice 4 stars in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 85% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.81 is above the Maryland state average of 98.78.
Amedisys Hospice Of Greater Chesapeake serves 112 ZIP codes from its Rosedale, Maryland office in Baltimore County.
Yes, Amedisys Hospice Of Greater Chesapeake is Medicare-certified (CCN 211536, since 1996). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Amedisys Hospice Of Greater Chesapeake is a for-profit hospice based in Rosedale, Maryland, in Baltimore County. It has been Medicare-certified since August 15, 1996.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 85% said they would definitely recommend the hospice to others, and 81% rated their experience of care between 9 and 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers a bundle of recommended care processes, this hospice scored 99.81, compared with a Maryland state average of 98.78 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and 82.9% of patients received visits during the last days of life, per the published data.
This hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 112 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here beyond that.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and may reflect a specific reporting period; families are encouraged to check Care Compare directly for the most current figures and any measures not covered here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Amedisys Hospice Of Greater Chesapeake is Medicare-certified (CCN 211536), certified since August 15, 1996, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey, this hospice received an overall rating of 4 stars, with 85% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 81% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 99.81, compared with a Maryland state average of 98.78, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, this hospice serves 112 ZIP codes from its office in Rosedale, Maryland, in Baltimore County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 112 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is organized as a for-profit entity; ownership type is reported by CMS but does not by itself indicate quality of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 15, 1996.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure and is generally for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, symptom management, or support for the patient and family.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided doesn't specify care settings for this hospice; please contact the hospice at (410) 686-5635 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided doesn't cover intake steps; please contact the hospice at (410) 686-5635 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about family caregiver satisfaction, quality measure scores, service area, and how care is coordinated; you can review this hospice's published CMS figures above and contact (410) 686-5635 for anything not listed here.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up this hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/211536?state=MD to confirm current CMS data.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh). Survey results are reported by family caregivers through the official CAHPS Hospice Survey; CMS publishes them only above response-count thresholds. Always verify current details with the hospice and Medicare before arranging care.