Amedisys Hospice Of Pa
Uniontown, PA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 391544)
CMS process measure: 99.58 (state average 95.55 — above state average)
Serves: 223 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (724) 439-4440 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Amedisys Hospice Of Pa holds a 4-star CAHPS rating from family caregivers, with 87% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 99.58, above the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55.
Amedisys Hospice Of Pa serves 223 ZIP codes from its Uniontown, PA office in Fayette County. Families in the surrounding region can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific address is included.
Yes, Amedisys Hospice Of Pa is Medicare-certified (CCN 391544, since 1990). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Amedisys Hospice Of Pa is a for-profit hospice based in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, serving Fayette County and surrounding areas. According to CMS Care Compare data, this hospice has been Medicare-certified since January 12, 1990.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, Amedisys Hospice Of Pa received a 4-star rating. Among caregivers surveyed, 87% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 83% rated their overall experience with the hospice a 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the direct experiences of families who worked with the hospice team.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently the hospice follows recommended care processes, Amedisys Hospice Of Pa scored 99.58, compared to a Pennsylvania state average of 95.55 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and notes that 81.1% of patients received visits in the last days of life, a measure of timely, hands-on support near the end of life.
Amedisys Hospice Of Pa reports serving 223 ZIP codes from its Uniontown office, indicating a broad service area across the region.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Amedisys Hospice Of Pa is Medicare-certified, with certification dating to January 12, 1990 (CCN 391544). 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 survey, this hospice earned a 4-star rating, with 87% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 83% rating their experience a 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 99.58, above the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55. CMS also lists a care index score of 10 and reports that 81.1% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Amedisys Hospice Of Pa reports serving 223 ZIP codes from its Uniontown, PA office in Fayette County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 223 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not directly determine quality; CMS quality measures and caregiver survey results are better indicators of a specific hospice's performance.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since January 12, 1990, according to CMS records.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure and is typically for patients with a prognosis 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, support, or medical attention.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; contact Amedisys Hospice Of Pa at (724) 439-4440 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact the hospice directly at (724) 439-4440 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how the hospice's process measures compare to state averages, and its service area — all of which are covered in this listing — and contact the hospice at (724) 439-4440 for anything further.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Amedisys Hospice Of Pa directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/391544?state=PA to see the latest CMS-reported 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.