Hospice Of The Piedmont Inc
Charlottesville, VA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 491504)
CMS process measure: 97.73 (state average 96.57 — above state average)
Serves: 156 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (434) 817-6900 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of The Piedmont Inc has a CAHPS family-caregiver rating of 3 stars, with 88 percent of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 97.73 is above the Virginia state average of 96.57.
Hospice Of The Piedmont Inc serves 156 ZIP codes from its Charlottesville, VA office in Albemarle County.
Yes, Hospice Of The Piedmont Inc is Medicare-certified, with CCN 491504, certified since 1988. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of The Piedmont Inc is a non-profit hospice based in Charlottesville, Virginia, serving Albemarle County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since October 28, 1988, meaning it has provided care under the Medicare hospice benefit for over three decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider an overall rating of 3 stars. Among those surveyed, 88% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 82% rated their experience with the hospice a 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 CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of recommended care processes, Hospice Of The Piedmont Inc scored 97.73, which is above the Virginia state average of 96.57. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 56.9% of patients received visits in the last days of life, per its published data.
This hospice reports serving 156 ZIP codes from its Charlottesville office, indicating a broad service area within the region.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of The Piedmont Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 491504) since October 28, 1988, 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's CAHPS survey data shows a 3-star family-caregiver rating, with 88% saying they would definitely recommend the hospice and 82% rating their experience a 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 97.73, which is above the Virginia state average of 96.57.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 156 ZIP codes from its Charlottesville, Virginia office in Albemarle County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 156 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 families may consider alongside CMS quality data, but it does not by itself determine quality of care.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since October 28, 1988.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure when a person is no longer pursuing curative treatment, typically with a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean abandoning medical or emotional support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact the hospice at (434) 817-6900 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
This information is not included in the CMS data provided; please contact the hospice directly at (434) 817-6900 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures, service area, and how care is coordinated; you can review this hospice's published figures on Medicare Care Compare and ask the hospice at (434) 817-6900 for further detail.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Of The Piedmont Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/491504?state=VA to review its current CMS-reported 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.