Gentiva I
Fredericksburg, VA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 491602)
CMS process measure: 87.83 (state average 96.57 — below state average)
Serves: 73 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (804) 925-6454 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers who responded to the CMS survey said 76% would definitely recommend Gentiva I, and its CMS composite process score of 87.83 falls below the Virginia state average of 96.57. CMS has not published a separate star rating for this hospice in the available data.
Gentiva I serves 73 ZIP codes from its Fredericksburg, Virginia office in Spotsylvania County.
Yes, Gentiva I is Medicare-certified (CCN 491602, since 2011); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Gentiva I is a for-profit hospice located in Fredericksburg, Virginia, serving Spotsylvania County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since June 29, 2011 (CCN 491602).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 76% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 72% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate CAHPS star rating figure for this hospice in the data available here.
On CMS's composite process measure, Gentiva I scored 87.83, which falls below the Virginia state average of 96.57. CMS also reports a care index score of 9 and notes that 83.7% of patients received visits in the final days of life, according to the data provided. These figures reflect CMS Care Compare data and may not reflect the most recent reporting period; families should check the Care Compare website for the current data vintage.
Gentiva I's service area, as recorded by CMS, spans 73 ZIP codes from its Fredericksburg office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients whose doctor certifies their eligibility; no cost information beyond that is provided here. This profile does not describe specific staff, facilities, or services beyond what CMS has published, and families are encouraged to contact the hospice directly or consult Medicare Care Compare for further details.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Gentiva I is Medicare-certified (CCN 491602) since June 29, 2011, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose doctor certifies their eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey, 76% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Gentiva I, and 72% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Gentiva I's CMS composite process score is 87.83, which is below the Virginia state average of 96.57. CMS also lists a care index score of 9 and reports that 83.7% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Gentiva I serves 73 ZIP codes from its Fredericksburg, Virginia office in Spotsylvania County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 73 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Gentiva I is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS quality data should be considered alongside it.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Gentiva I has been Medicare-certified since June 29, 2011.
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 for patients who have stopped seeking curative treatment and are typically expected to have a limited life expectancy.
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 symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Gentiva I delivers care; please contact the hospice at (804) 925-6454 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact Gentiva I at (804) 925-6454 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about CMS survey results, quality measures compared to the state average, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact Gentiva I at (804) 925-6454 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Gentiva I directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/491602?state=VA 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.