Concordia Hospice Of Bethlen
Ligonier, PA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 391710)
CMS process measure: 73.75 (state average 95.55 — below state average)
Serves: 23 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (724) 238-2613 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published an overall CAHPS star rating for Concordia Hospice Of Bethlen, but 73% of surveyed family caregivers said they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 73.75 compared to a Pennsylvania state average of 95.55, placing it below the state average.
Concordia Hospice Of Bethlen serves 23 ZIP codes from its Ligonier, PA office in Westmoreland County.
Yes, Concordia Hospice Of Bethlen is Medicare-certified (CCN 391710, since 2009); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Concordia Hospice Of Bethlen is a for-profit hospice based in Ligonier, Pennsylvania, serving families in Westmoreland County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since March 27, 2009, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care for over a decade.
According to CMS Care Compare data, CMS has not published a CAHPS overall star rating for this hospice, which often happens when the number of surveyed families is small. Among family caregivers who did respond to the CMS CAHPS survey, 73% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 67% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes, Concordia Hospice Of Bethlen scored 73.75, compared to a Pennsylvania state average of 95.55 — placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 7 and notes that 47.1% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, based on the most recent published CMS data.
Concordia Hospice Of Bethlen's service area covers 23 ZIP codes from its Ligonier office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to review the source directly for the most current figures.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Concordia Hospice Of Bethlen has been Medicare-certified since March 27, 2009 (CCN 391710), 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 has not published an overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice, but among those surveyed, 73% said they would definitely recommend it and 67% rated 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 73.75, compared to a Pennsylvania state average of 95.55, placing it below the state average; CMS also reports a care index score of 7 and 47.1% of patients receiving visits in their final days.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Concordia Hospice Of Bethlen serves 23 ZIP codes from its office in Ligonier, PA, in Westmoreland 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 for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but CMS publishes quality data separately so families can compare.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 27, 2009.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness to ease symptoms, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure when a person is nearing the end of life, typically with a prognosis 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 illness; it does not mean giving up care, and patients still receive medical attention aimed at managing symptoms.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; please contact Concordia Hospice Of Bethlen at (724) 238-2613 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 Concordia Hospice Of Bethlen directly at (724) 238-2613 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about services offered, staff availability, how care needs are addressed, and how the hospice's CMS quality measures compare to other providers in the area — contact Concordia Hospice Of Bethlen at (724) 238-2613 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Concordia Hospice Of Bethlen directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/391710?state=PA to review its 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.