Gentiva Iii
Rochester, IN · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 151562)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.51 — above state average)
Serves: 65 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (574) 224-4673 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Gentiva Iii an overall CAHPS rating of 3 stars, with 81% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Indiana state average of 97.51.
Gentiva Iii serves 65 ZIP codes from its Rochester, Indiana office in Fulton County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Gentiva Iii is Medicare-certified (CCN 151562), certified since 1997; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Gentiva Iii is a Medicare-certified hospice based in Rochester, Indiana, serving families in Fulton County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since April 17, 1997, and is classified by CMS as an "Other" ownership type.
According to CMS Care Compare CAHPS survey data, family caregivers gave Gentiva Iii an overall rating of 3 stars. Among surveyed families, 81% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 82% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes are delivered, Gentiva Iii scored 100.00, compared to the Indiana state average of 97.51 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 55.5% of patients received visits in their last days of life, per the published CMS data vintage.
Gentiva Iii's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 65 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the vintage published by CMS; where a measure is not listed here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient counts rather than any indication of quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Gentiva Iii is Medicare-certified (CCN 151562), certified since April 17, 1997, 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 CAHPS survey data shows a 3-star overall rating, with 81% of families saying they would definitely recommend Gentiva Iii and 82% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Gentiva Iii's composite process score is 100.00, compared to the Indiana state average of 97.51, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Gentiva Iii serves 65 ZIP codes from its Rochester, Indiana location in Fulton County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 65 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists Gentiva Iii's ownership type as "Other." Ownership type is one factor families may consider, but CMS quality data should be reviewed alongside it.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Gentiva Iii has been Medicare-certified since April 17, 1997.
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 believes life expectancy is 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 can still receive treatment for pain, symptoms, and other conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for Gentiva Iii; please contact the hospice at (574) 224-4673 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include intake steps; please contact Gentiva Iii directly at (574) 224-4673 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how care needs are met, and how the hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, then confirm details by contacting the hospice at (574) 224-4673 or reviewing Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Gentiva Iii's official CMS listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/151562?state=IN.
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.