Amedisys Hospice Of Bluefield
Bluefield, WV · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 511524)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.88 — above state average)
Serves: 51 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (304) 327-0600 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers reported that 88% would definitely recommend Amedisys Hospice Of Bluefield, and its CMS composite process-of-care score of 100.00 is above the West Virginia state average of 97.88. CMS has not published a separate overall star rating for this hospice in the available data.
Amedisys Hospice Of Bluefield serves 51 ZIP codes from its office in Bluefield, West Virginia, in Mercer County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Amedisys Hospice Of Bluefield is Medicare-certified (CCN 511524, since 2008). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Amedisys Hospice Of Bluefield is a for-profit hospice serving families in and around Bluefield, West Virginia, in Mercer County. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since April 2, 2008 (CCN 511524).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 88% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 82% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate overall CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can occur when survey samples are limited.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, Amedisys Hospice Of Bluefield scored 100.00, which is above the West Virginia state average of 97.88. This composite reflects how consistently the hospice performed a bundle of recommended care processes. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 75.5% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life, per the available data.
The hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 51 ZIP codes from its Bluefield office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as provided; families are encouraged to verify current details directly with CMS Care Compare and with the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Amedisys Hospice Of Bluefield has been Medicare-certified since April 2, 2008 (CCN 511524), and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey data provided, 88% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 82% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process-of-care score is 100.00, which is above the West Virginia state average of 97.88, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, it serves 51 ZIP codes from its office in Bluefield, Mercer County, West Virginia.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 51 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Amedisys Hospice Of Bluefield is organized as a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, so it's worth reviewing the CMS survey and quality figures alongside this fact.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since April 2, 2008.
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 is generally for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor estimates a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment for the terminal illness; it does not mean abandoning medical care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Amedisys Hospice Of Bluefield at (304) 327-0600 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; please contact the hospice directly at (304) 327-0600 for guidance on getting started.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver recommendation rates, quality measure scores compared to the state average, service area, and how care needs would be met; contacting Amedisys Hospice Of Bluefield at (304) 327-0600 can help answer specifics not covered here.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Amedisys Hospice Of Bluefield directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/511524?state=WV to review its current CMS-reported data.
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.