Athc - Hospice Llc
Williamsburg, VA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 491619)
CMS process measure: 99.22 (state average 96.57 — above state average)
Serves: 46 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (757) 634-0109 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said 88% would definitely recommend ATHC - Hospice LLC, and 83% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. Its CMS composite process score of 99.22 is above the Virginia state average of 96.57.
ATHC - Hospice LLC serves 46 ZIP codes from its office in Williamsburg, Virginia, in James City County.
Yes, ATHC - Hospice LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 491619, since 2016); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
ATHC - Hospice LLC is a for-profit hospice based in Williamsburg, Virginia, serving James City County and the surrounding area. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since February 3, 2016, with CCN 491619.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 88% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 83% gave it an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific overall CAHPS star rating figure separate from these percentages in the data available here.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered, ATHC - Hospice LLC scored 99.22, compared to a Virginia state average of 96.57 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 67.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life, a measure of timely end-of-life care. A care index score of 9 is also reported by CMS.
ATHC - Hospice LLC's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 46 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and may not reflect the most recent reporting period; families should confirm current details directly with the hospice or on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, ATHC - Hospice LLC is Medicare-certified, with certification dating to February 3, 2016 (CCN 491619). 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?
Per CMS Care Compare data, 88% of surveyed family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 83% rated it 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 99.22, which is above the Virginia state average of 96.57. CMS also reports 67.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
ATHC - Hospice LLC, based in Williamsburg, Virginia (James City County), serves 46 ZIP codes according to CMS data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 46 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
ATHC - Hospice LLC is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care; CMS quality and survey measures are a more direct comparison point.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since February 3, 2016.
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 is for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies a life expectancy of six months or less.
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; patients still receive active medical, emotional, and spiritual support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact ATHC - Hospice LLC at (757) 634-0109 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; please contact ATHC - Hospice LLC at (757) 634-0109 and verify current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey results, quality measure scores, service area, and how care needs will be met; you can ask ATHC - Hospice LLC directly at (757) 634-0109 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up ATHC - Hospice LLC (CCN 491619) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/491619?state=VA 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.