Bristol Home Care And Hospice Agency, Inc.
Bristol, CT · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 071517)
CMS process measure: 98.41 (state average 96.43 — above state average)
Serves: 23 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (860) 585-4752 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Bristol Home Care And Hospice Agency, Inc. received a 5-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 92% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.41 is above the Connecticut state average of 96.43.
Bristol Home Care And Hospice Agency, Inc. serves 23 ZIP codes from its office in Bristol, Connecticut, in Hartford County.
Yes, Bristol Home Care And Hospice Agency, Inc. is Medicare-certified (CCN 071517), since October 19, 1994, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Bristol Home Care And Hospice Agency, Inc. is a non-profit hospice based in Bristol, Connecticut (Hartford County), Medicare-certified since October 19, 1994 (CCN 071517).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice a 5-star rating overall. Ninety-two percent said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 88% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core care processes were delivered, this hospice scored 98.41, above the Connecticut state average of 96.43. CMS also reports a care index score of 10, and notes that 51.1% of patients received visits from staff in the final days of life.
This hospice's service area currently covers 23 ZIP codes, reflecting a moderate geographic reach from its Bristol office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries when a doctor certifies a terminal prognosis; no cost figures are provided here beyond that basic coverage fact.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recently published survey and quality-measure vintage available for this hospice. Families are encouraged to review the current listing directly on Medicare Care Compare and to contact the hospice with any questions about eligibility, services, or how care would be arranged, since this profile does not include information beyond what CMS publishes.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Bristol Home Care And Hospice Agency, Inc. is Medicare-certified (CCN 071517) since October 19, 1994, 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?
CMS's CAHPS survey data shows a 5-star family caregiver rating, with 92% saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 88% rating their experience 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 98.41, above the Connecticut state average of 96.43, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 23 ZIP codes from its Bristol, Connecticut office in Hartford County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 23 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a non-profit hospice. Ownership type can relate to organizational structure and mission, but CMS quality measures should be reviewed directly to assess care quality regardless of ownership.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since October 19, 1994.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment to ease symptoms, while hospice care is for those who have chosen to stop curative treatment and are focused on comfort, 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; it does not mean giving up on care, and treatments for pain and symptom relief continue.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This data does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact the hospice at (860) 585-4752 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The provided data doesn't cover enrollment steps; contact the hospice at (860) 585-4752 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how quality measures compare to state averages, service area, and how care is coordinated; you can also contact the hospice at (860) 585-4752 with specific questions.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Bristol Home Care And Hospice Agency, Inc. directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/071517?state=CT to confirm current ratings and details.
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.