Lewis County General Hospital Chha
Lowville, NY · Medicare-certified home health agency (CCN 337136)
Patient survey (HHCAHPS): 5★
Serves: 23 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (315) 376-5308 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Lewis County General Hospital CHHA holds a 2.5-star CMS quality rating, below the New York state average of 3.5 stars, but has a 5-star patient survey rating. Families should weigh both figures and review the full CMS Care Compare listing before deciding.
Lewis County General Hospital CHHA offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, and Medical Social Services. It serves 23 ZIP codes from its Lowville, New York office.
Yes, Lewis County General Hospital CHHA is Medicare-certified, with CCN 337136, certified since 1966, so eligible home health services are covered under Medicare when ordered by a doctor. This certification status is confirmed through CMS Care Compare data.
About this agency
Lewis County General Hospital CHHA is a Medicare-certified home health agency based in Lowville, New York, certified since July 1, 1966. The agency is government-owned and provides Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, and Medical Social Services to patients across 23 ZIP codes in its service area.
According to CMS Care Compare data, Lewis County General Hospital CHHA holds a CMS quality star rating of 2.5 out of 5, which is below the New York state average of 3.5 stars. However, the agency's patient survey star rating is 5 out of 5, the highest possible score, reflecting patient-reported experiences collected through the CMS survey process.
CMS data also reports that 94.48% of patients received timely initiation of care, meaning care began promptly after referral. Additionally, 78.45% of patients showed improvement in walking or moving around during the course of their home health episode, based on CMS outcome measures.
These figures are drawn from CMS Care Compare data. Prospective patients and families are encouraged to review the most current ratings and measures directly on Medicare Care Compare, as star ratings and outcome percentages are updated periodically and may change. This profile does not include cost information, as CMS does not publish pricing data for home health agencies. Contact the agency directly for further details about care options.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare pay for care from this agency?
Yes, Lewis County General Hospital CHHA is Medicare-certified (CCN 337136), certified since 07/01/1966, 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, and Medical Social Services.
What is this agency's CMS quality star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The agency holds a 2.5-star CMS quality rating, which is below the New York state average of 3.5 stars.
What do patients say about this agency in the CMS patient survey?
The agency received a 5-star patient survey rating, the highest possible score on CMS Care Compare.
How do I check this agency's quality and staffing record?
You can review detailed ratings and measures on Medicare Care Compare at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/home-health/337136?state=NY.
What areas and ZIP codes does this agency serve?
The agency serves 23 ZIP codes from its office in Lowville, New York.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 23 this agency reports serving.
What questions should I ask before hiring this agency?
Consider asking about specific care plans, staff availability, and how outcomes like timely care and walking improvement apply to your situation; call the agency at (315) 376-5308 for details.
What is the difference between home health care and non-medical home care?
Home health care, like the services this agency provides, involves skilled medical services such as nursing and therapy ordered by a doctor, whereas non-medical home care typically covers non-clinical assistance; contact the agency at (315) 376-5308 to discuss specifics.
How long has this agency been Medicare-certified?
The agency has been Medicare-certified since July 1, 1966.
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?
CMS does not publish cost data for this agency; contact the agency at (315) 376-5308 and verify coverage details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I contact this agency to start care?
You can reach Lewis County General Hospital CHHA at (315) 376-5308 to inquire about starting care.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh); certified since 07/01/1966. Ratings are CMS's official measures, not Care Considered's opinion. Always verify current status with the agency and Medicare before arranging care.