Gentiva
Pittsburg, KS · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 171562)
CMS process measure: 99.4 (state average 95.71 — above state average)
Serves: 37 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (620) 231-8000 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Gentiva in Pittsburg, Kansas has a 4-star CAHPS rating from family caregivers, with 81% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.40 is above the Kansas state average of 95.71.
Gentiva serves 37 ZIP codes from its office in Pittsburg, Kansas, in Crawford County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Gentiva is Medicare-certified, with CCN 171562, certified since 2006. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Gentiva is a for-profit hospice based in Pittsburg, Kansas, serving families in Crawford County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since June 22, 2006, meaning it has met federal requirements for hospice care for nearly two decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Gentiva a 4-star rating. Of those surveyed, 81% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 81% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes, Gentiva scored 99.40, compared to the Kansas state average of 95.71 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 81.8% of patients received visits during the last days of life, per published data.
Gentiva's service area, as listed with CMS, covers 37 ZIP codes from its Pittsburg office.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published by Medicare; where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which can happen simply due to small patient counts and does not indicate poor quality.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. This profile does not include cost details beyond that.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Gentiva is Medicare-certified (CCN 171562), certified since June 22, 2006. 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?
Family caregivers gave Gentiva a 4-star CAHPS rating, with 81% saying they would definitely recommend it and 81% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Gentiva's composite process score is 99.40, compared to the Kansas state average of 95.71, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Gentiva serves 37 ZIP codes from its office in Pittsburg, Kansas, in Crawford County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 37 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Gentiva is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality; CMS quality and survey scores are a more direct measure of care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Gentiva has been Medicare-certified since June 22, 2006.
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 people with a terminal diagnosis who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment.
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 treatment.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Gentiva delivers care; please contact the hospice at (620) 231-8000 and 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 at (620) 231-8000 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measure performance, service area, and how care needs are met day to day; contact Gentiva at (620) 231-8000 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Gentiva directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/171562?state=KS 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.