Lakeland Area Hospice, Lp
Erie, PA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 391729)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 95.55 — above state average)
Serves: 29 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (814) 838-0511 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers reported that 87% would definitely recommend Lakeland Area Hospice, Lp, and 83% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10 in the CMS CAHPS survey. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 100.00, above the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55.
Lakeland Area Hospice, Lp serves 29 ZIP codes from its Erie, PA office in Erie County. Families in that area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included.
Yes, Lakeland Area Hospice, Lp is Medicare-certified (CCN 391729, since 2010); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Lakeland Area Hospice, Lp is a for-profit hospice located in Erie, Pennsylvania, in Erie County. It has been Medicare-certified since December 23, 2010, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 391729.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 87% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 83% gave it an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a distinct overall CAHPS star rating figure for this hospice in the data provided, though the recommendation and rating percentages above reflect direct caregiver feedback.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, Lakeland Area Hospice, Lp scored 100.00, which is above the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55. This composite measure reflects how consistently the hospice performed a bundle of recommended care processes. A separate care index figure of 7 was also reported by CMS, along with a figure of 70.5% for visits occurring in the last days of life; families should interpret these alongside the other measures rather than in isolation.
The hospice's service area, per CMS data, spans 29 ZIP codes. As with all Medicare-certified hospices, the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries when a physician certifies eligibility; no additional cost information is provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and are subject to CMS's own reporting vintage and thresholds; where a measure is missing, that reflects non-publication by CMS, often due to small patient counts, not an indication of poor quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Lakeland Area Hospice, Lp is Medicare-certified (CCN 391729, since December 23, 2010), 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, 87% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 83% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure score is 100.00, compared to the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data lists 29 ZIP codes served from its Erie, PA office in Erie County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 29 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Lakeland Area Hospice, Lp is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality of care, so it's helpful to look at it alongside the CMS survey and quality scores.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since December 23, 2010.
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 generally for patients who have chosen to stop curative treatment and are focused on comfort in the final phase of life.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness; it does not mean giving up on care, symptom management, or emotional and spiritual support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact Lakeland Area Hospice, Lp at (814) 838-0511 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact Lakeland Area Hospice, Lp directly at (814) 838-0511 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about services offered, how care is coordinated, caregiver support, and how the hospice's CMS quality scores compare; contact the hospice at (814) 838-0511 for specifics and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Lakeland Area Hospice, Lp directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/391729?state=PA 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.