Amedisys Hospice Care
Butler, PA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 391726)
CMS process measure: 98.72 (state average 95.55 — above state average)
Serves: 102 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (724) 431-4170 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Amedisys Hospice Care has a 3-star family caregiver rating on CMS's CAHPS survey, with 85% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.72 is above the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55.
Amedisys Hospice Care serves 102 ZIP codes from its Butler, Pennsylvania office in Butler County.
Yes, Amedisys Hospice Care is Medicare-certified (CCN 391726, since 2010); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Amedisys Hospice Care is a for-profit hospice serving Butler, Pennsylvania and the surrounding Butler County area. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since October 25, 2010, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 391726.
According to CMS Care Compare CAHPS survey data, family caregivers gave Amedisys Hospice Care an overall rating of 3 stars. Among surveyed caregivers, 85% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 79% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by families who worked with the hospice team during a loved one's care.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice follows recommended care processes, Amedisys Hospice Care scored 98.72, which is above the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and 74.4% of patients had visits in the last days of life, according to published data.
Amedisys Hospice Care's service area, per CMS data, spans 102 ZIP codes from its Butler office, indicating a broad regional reach for families in and around Butler County.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often related to small patient counts rather than any indication of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost information beyond that is provided here. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Amedisys Hospice Care is Medicare-certified (CCN 391726) since October 25, 2010, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients whose doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
CMS's CAHPS survey shows a 3-star family caregiver rating, with 85% saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 79% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Amedisys Hospice Care's composite process score is 98.72, above the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, it serves 102 ZIP codes from its Butler, Pennsylvania office in Butler County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 102 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Amedisys Hospice Care is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself indicate quality, but CMS reports it as part of the public record.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since October 25, 2010.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment, while hospice care focuses on comfort for patients who have stopped pursuing curative treatment and are typically expected to have a limited life expectancy.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No — choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life rather than curing an illness; patients can still receive medical attention for their comfort and dignity.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
CMS data does not specify care settings for this hospice; contact Amedisys Hospice Care at (724) 431-4170 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe intake steps; please contact Amedisys Hospice Care at (724) 431-4170 to learn how to begin care, and verify information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction, quality scores, service area, and certification history — the figures above from CMS Care Compare can help with these questions, and you can call (724) 431-4170 for further details.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Amedisys Hospice Care using CCN 391726 at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/391726?state=PA.
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.