Hospice Of Crawford County Inc
Meadville, PA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 391540)
CMS process measure: 99.27 (state average 95.55 — above state average)
Serves: 48 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (814) 333-5403 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of Crawford County Inc is rated 5 out of 5 stars by family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 95% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.27 is above the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55.
Hospice Of Crawford County Inc serves 48 ZIP codes from its office in Meadville, Pennsylvania, in Crawford County.
Yes, Hospice Of Crawford County Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 391540, since 1989); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of Crawford County Inc is a non-profit hospice based in Meadville, Pennsylvania, serving families in Crawford County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since July 28, 1989, meaning it has provided hospice services under Medicare oversight for over three decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey rated this hospice 5 out of 5 stars overall. Ninety-five percent of surveyed family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 89% gave it an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by caregivers of patients served by this hospice, as published by CMS.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of recommended care processes, this hospice scored 99.27, compared to a Pennsylvania state average of 95.55 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 7 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 40.8% of patients, per the most recent published data.
This hospice's service area, as listed on Care Compare, covers 48 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to verify current details directly with Care Compare or the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of Crawford County Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 391540) since July 28, 1989, 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 Care Compare data shows a 5-star CAHPS rating, with 95% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 89% rating it 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 99.27, compared to a Pennsylvania state average of 95.55 — above the state average, according to CMS.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 48 ZIP codes from its Meadville, Pennsylvania office in Crawford County, per CMS Care Compare listings.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 48 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a non-profit hospice. Ownership type is one factor some families consider, but CMS quality measures and caregiver surveys give a more direct picture of care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since July 28, 1989.
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 those who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor determines life expectancy is limited.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness; it does not mean giving up care, support, or attention.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The CMS data provided doesn't specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Hospice Of Crawford County Inc at (814) 333-5403 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
For steps to begin care, contact Hospice Of Crawford County Inc directly at (814) 333-5403 and verify current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, CMS quality measures, service area, and how care needs are met; you can review these details for this hospice on Medicare Care Compare or by calling (814) 333-5403.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Of Crawford County Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/391540?state=PA using CCN 391540.
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.