Fayette County Health Dept
Vandalia, IL · Medicare-certified home health agency (CCN 147147)
Patient survey (HHCAHPS): 5★
Serves: 17 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (618) 283-7262 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Fayette County Health Dept holds a 3.5-star CMS quality rating, above the Illinois state average of 3 stars, and a 5-star patient survey rating. These figures come from CMS Care Compare data.
Fayette County Health Dept offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services. It serves 17 ZIP codes from its Vandalia, Illinois office.
Yes, Fayette County Health Dept is Medicare-certified, with CCN 147147, certified since 1976, so eligible home health services are covered under Medicare when ordered by a doctor. This certification status can be verified on Medicare Care Compare.
About this agency
Fayette County Health Dept is a Medicare-certified home health agency based in Vandalia, Illinois, certified since August 10, 1976. It is government-owned and operates as a public health department providing home health services.
The agency offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services. It serves a service area covering 17 ZIP codes from its Vandalia, IL office.
According to CMS Care Compare data, Fayette County Health Dept holds a 3.5-star CMS quality rating, which is above the Illinois state average of 3 stars. Its patient survey star rating is 5 stars, the highest possible rating, reflecting patient-reported experiences collected through CMS's standardized survey process.
On specific quality measures reported by CMS, the agency shows a timely initiation of care rate of 100.00%, meaning care began promptly for all measured episodes, and a walking or moving around improvement rate of 89.58%, reflecting the percentage of patients who showed improvement in mobility during their episode of care.
All ratings and measures described here are drawn from CMS Care Compare data and should be verified for the most current figures, as this profile reflects a specific data vintage and CMS updates its figures periodically. Prospective clients should consult Medicare Care Compare directly and contact the agency for current details.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare pay for care from this agency?
Yes, Fayette County Health Dept is Medicare-certified (CCN 147147) and has been since August 10, 1976, so eligible home health services are covered under Medicare when ordered by a doctor.
What services does this agency offer?
The agency offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services.
What is this agency's CMS quality star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The agency has a 3.5-star CMS quality rating, which is above the Illinois state average of 3 stars.
What do patients say about this agency in the CMS patient survey?
The agency has a 5-star patient survey rating, the highest possible score in the CMS patient experience survey.
How do I check this agency's quality and staffing record?
You can review its ratings and measures directly on Medicare Care Compare at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/home-health/147147?state=IL.
What areas and ZIP codes does this agency serve?
The agency serves 17 ZIP codes from its office in Vandalia, Illinois.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 17 this agency reports serving.
What questions should I ask before hiring this agency?
Ask about current staffing, availability, and specific service details by calling the agency directly at (618) 283-7262, and verify current ratings on Medicare Care Compare.
How long has this agency been Medicare-certified?
The agency has been Medicare-certified since August 10, 1976.
Who owns this agency — for-profit, non-profit, or government?
The agency is government-owned, operating as a county health department.
How much does home health care cost and who pays?
Cost details are not published by CMS; contact the agency at (618) 283-7262 to discuss payment and coverage, and consult Medicare Care Compare for general program information.
How do I contact this agency to start care?
You can reach Fayette County Health Dept at (618) 283-7262 to inquire about starting care.
What is the difference between home health care and non-medical home care?
This data does not specify; for details on the distinction, contact the agency at (618) 283-7262 or review general information on Medicare Care Compare.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh); certified since 08/10/1976. Ratings are CMS's official measures, not Care Considered's opinion. Always verify current status with the agency and Medicare before arranging care.