Visiting Nurse & Hospice Of Fairfield County, Inc
Wilton, CT · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 071512)
CMS process measure: 84.71 (state average 96.43 — below state average)
Serves: 32 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (203) 762-8958 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave this hospice an overall CAHPS star rating of 3 out of 5, with 87% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 84.71, below the Connecticut state average of 96.43.
Visiting Nurse & Hospice Of Fairfield County, Inc serves 32 ZIP codes from its Wilton, Connecticut office in Fairfield County.
Yes, Visiting Nurse & Hospice Of Fairfield County, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 071512, since 1993); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Visiting Nurse & Hospice Of Fairfield County, Inc is a non-profit hospice based in Wilton, Connecticut, serving families in Fairfield County. It has been Medicare-certified since June 21, 1993, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 071512.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider an overall star rating of 3 out of 5. Among survey respondents, 87% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to family and friends, and 81% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, this hospice scored 84.71, compared to the Connecticut state average of 96.43 — below the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 82.7% of patients received visits from staff in their last days of life, per the published data.
This hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 32 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here beyond that fact.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data and may not reflect the most recent reporting period. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare or by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Visiting Nurse & Hospice Of Fairfield County, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 071512) since June 21, 1993, 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, this hospice received an overall star rating of 3 out of 5; 87% of caregivers said they would definitely recommend it, and 81% rated their overall experience 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 84.71, compared to the Connecticut state average of 96.43, placing it below the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data shows this hospice serves 32 ZIP codes from its Wilton, Connecticut office in Fairfield County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 32 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is organized as a non-profit. Ownership type can reflect organizational structure, but CMS quality and survey data are the more direct measures of care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 21, 1993.
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, typically when a doctor certifies a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Hospice means shifting the goal of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; patients can still receive medical care for symptom relief and other conditions.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
CMS data does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact the hospice at (203) 762-8958 or check Medicare Care Compare to confirm where care is provided.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; contact the hospice directly at (203) 762-8958 for guidance on getting started.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, quality measures, service area, and how care needs will be met; you can review this hospice's published figures and confirm additional details by calling (203) 762-8958.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Visiting Nurse & Hospice Of Fairfield County, Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/071512?state=CT.
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.