Gentiva
Tukwila, WA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 501541)
CMS process measure: 97.81 (state average 98.45 — at state average)
Serves: 65 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (206) 525-1090 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS said they would definitely recommend Gentiva 90% of the time, with 89% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, Gentiva scored 97.81, which is at the Washington state average of 98.45.
Gentiva serves 65 ZIP codes from its Tukwila, Washington office in King County.
Yes, Gentiva is Medicare-certified (CCN 501541, certified since 2014); 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 Tukwila, Washington, serving King County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since February 11, 2014 (CCN 501541).
According to CMS Care Compare data, 90% of family caregivers surveyed said they would definitely recommend Gentiva, and 89% rated their experience with the hospice 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate CAHPS star rating figure for this hospice in the data provided, though the recommendation and rating percentages above come directly from the CAHPS family caregiver survey.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently the hospice follows recommended care processes, Gentiva scored 97.81, which CMS describes as at the state average of 98.45 for Washington. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 72.0% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life, per the published data.
Gentiva's service area, as listed on Care Compare, spans 65 ZIP codes from its Tukwila office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data as supplied; families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Care Compare and to contact the hospice with any specific questions.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Gentiva?
Yes, Gentiva is Medicare-certified (CCN 501541, certified since February 11, 2014). 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, 90% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Gentiva, and 89% rated 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 97.81, which CMS lists as at the Washington state average of 98.45.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Gentiva serves 65 ZIP codes from its Tukwila, Washington office in King County, according to Care Compare data.
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?
Gentiva is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS quality measures and caregiver survey results are better indicators to review.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Gentiva has been Medicare-certified since February 11, 2014.
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 curative treatment and typically have 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 care or support—it is a different kind of care.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided data does not specify where Gentiva delivers care; please contact Gentiva at (206) 525-1090 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 Gentiva directly at (206) 525-1090 for guidance and verify information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver recommendation rates, CMS quality measures, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact Gentiva at (206) 525-1090 for specifics not covered here.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Gentiva (CCN 501541) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/501541?state=WA to see the latest published figures.
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.