Kentucky River District Hha
Beattyville, KY · Medicare-certified home health agency (CCN 187050)
Patient survey (HHCAHPS): 4★
Serves: 12 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (606) 464-9066 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Kentucky River District HHA holds a 2-star CMS quality rating, below the Kentucky state average of 3.5 stars, but a 4-star patient survey rating. This means patients reported a positive experience even though the overall quality star rating trails the state average.
Kentucky River District HHA offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Home Health Aide services. It serves 12 ZIP codes from its Beattyville, Kentucky office.
Yes, Kentucky River District HHA is Medicare-certified (CCN 187050, certified since 1973), so eligible home health services are covered under Medicare when ordered by a doctor. This certification status has been in place for decades according to CMS records.
About this agency
Kentucky River District HHA is a Medicare-certified home health agency based in Beattyville, Kentucky, certified since July 1, 1973. The agency is government-owned and offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Home Health Aide services to patients across a service area covering 12 ZIP codes.
According to CMS Care Compare data, Kentucky River District HHA holds a quality star rating of 2 out of 5, which is below the Kentucky state average of 3.5 stars. In contrast, the agency's patient survey star rating is 4 out of 5, reflecting patient-reported experiences captured in CMS survey data. Timely initiation of care was reported at 98.14%, indicating the share of patients who began receiving home health services promptly after referral. The measure for improvement in walking or moving around stood at 80.24%, reflecting the percentage of patients who showed improvement in this area during their care episode.
These figures are drawn from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recently published data vintage available on the platform. Families and caregivers researching this agency are encouraged to review the full CMS Care Compare profile directly for the most current ratings and measures, as star ratings and outcome percentages are periodically updated. This profile does not include cost information, as CMS does not publish home health pricing data. No details about staffing levels, language capabilities, or specific availability are included here, as this information is not part of the CMS dataset used to build this profile.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare pay for care from this agency?
Yes, Kentucky River District HHA is Medicare-certified under CCN 187050, certified since July 1973, so eligible home health services are covered by Medicare when ordered by a physician.
What services does this agency offer?
The agency offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, 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 2-star CMS quality rating, which is below the Kentucky state average of 3.5 stars.
What do patients say about this agency in the CMS patient survey?
The agency has a 4-star patient survey rating according to CMS Care Compare data.
How do I check this agency's quality and staffing record?
You can review detailed quality measures and staffing information on the CMS Care Compare website at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/home-health/187050?state=KY.
What areas and ZIP codes does this agency serve?
The agency serves 12 ZIP codes from its Beattyville, Kentucky location.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 12 this agency reports serving.
What questions should I ask before hiring this agency?
Consider asking about care plans, staff availability, and specific outcome measures; contact the agency at (606) 464-9066 for details not covered in CMS data.
What is the difference between home health care and non-medical home care?
This agency provides Medicare-certified home health services such as nursing and therapy, which differ from non-medical home care that typically covers personal assistance without clinical services; contact the agency at (606) 464-9066 for specifics.
How long has this agency been Medicare-certified?
The agency has been Medicare-certified since July 1, 1973.
Who owns this agency — for-profit, non-profit, or government?
The agency is government-owned.
How much does home health care cost and who pays?
Cost information is not published by CMS; contact the agency at (606) 464-9066 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I contact this agency to start care?
You can contact Kentucky River District HHA at (606) 464-9066 to inquire about starting care.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh); certified since 07/01/1973. Ratings are CMS's official measures, not Care Considered's opinion. Always verify current status with the agency and Medicare before arranging care.