Visiting Nurse Services, Inc Of So Ct
Hamden, CT · Medicare-certified home health agency (CCN 077225)
Patient survey (HHCAHPS): 3★
Serves: 128 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (203) 281-5500 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Visiting Nurse Services, Inc Of So Ct holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, at the Connecticut state average of 3, and a 3-star patient survey rating. These ratings come from CMS Care Compare data.
Visiting Nurse Services, Inc Of So Ct offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services. It serves 128 ZIP codes from its office in Hamden, Connecticut.
Yes, Visiting Nurse Services, Inc Of So Ct is Medicare-certified, with CCN 077225, certified since October 2, 1998, so eligible home health services are covered under Medicare when ordered by a doctor. Coverage details depend on individual Medicare benefits and physician orders.
About this agency
Visiting Nurse Services, Inc Of So Ct is a Medicare-certified home health agency based in Hamden, Connecticut, certified since October 2, 1998. The agency is organized as a proprietary (for-profit) provider.
Services offered include Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services.
According to CMS Care Compare data, Visiting Nurse Services, Inc Of So Ct holds a CMS quality star rating of 3, which is at the Connecticut state average of 3 stars. Its patient survey star rating is also 3 stars, reflecting how patients rated their experience with the agency. Among the outcome measures reported by CMS, 95.99% of patients received timely initiation of care, and 87.51% of patients showed improvement in their ability to walk or move around during the course of home health care.
The agency reports serving 128 ZIP codes from its Hamden, Connecticut office, indicating a broad geographic service area. These figures represent the most recently published CMS Care Compare data; prospective patients and families should verify current ratings and service details directly on Medicare Care Compare, as this information is updated periodically. This profile does not include cost information, as CMS Care Compare does not publish pricing data for home health agencies.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare pay for care from this agency?
Yes, Visiting Nurse Services, Inc Of So Ct is Medicare-certified (CCN 077225, certified since 10/02/1998), 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-star CMS quality rating, which is at the Connecticut state average of 3 stars.
What do patients say about this agency in the CMS patient survey?
The agency has a 3-star patient survey rating according to CMS Care Compare data.
How do I check this agency's quality and staffing record?
You can review the agency's full quality and staffing data on Medicare Care Compare at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/home-health/077225?state=CT.
What areas and ZIP codes does this agency serve?
The agency reports serving 128 ZIP codes from its Hamden, Connecticut office.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 128 this agency reports serving.
What questions should I ask before hiring this agency?
Consider asking about current staff availability, specific care plans, and scheduling; contact the agency at (203) 281-5500 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
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 involves assistance with daily living activities without clinical oversight; contact the agency at (203) 281-5500 for specifics on their offerings.
How long has this agency been Medicare-certified?
The agency has been Medicare-certified since October 2, 1998.
Who owns this agency — for-profit, non-profit, or government?
The agency is a proprietary (for-profit) organization.
How much does home health care cost and who pays?
Cost information is not published by CMS Care Compare; contact the agency at (203) 281-5500 for cost details and payment options.
How do I contact this agency to start care?
You can contact Visiting Nurse Services, Inc Of So Ct at (203) 281-5500 to inquire about starting care.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh); certified since 10/02/1998. Ratings are CMS's official measures, not Care Considered's opinion. Always verify current status with the agency and Medicare before arranging care.