Amedisys Hospice
Saint Clairsville, OH · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 361652)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 97.03 — above state average)
Serves: 49 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (740) 526-0970 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Amedisys Hospice in Saint Clairsville, OH holds a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 85% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 100.00 is above the Ohio state average of 97.03.
Amedisys Hospice serves 49 ZIP codes from its office in Saint Clairsville, Ohio, located in Belmont County.
Yes, Amedisys Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 361652, certified since 2010), and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Amedisys Hospice is a for-profit hospice based in Saint Clairsville, Ohio, in Belmont County, and has been Medicare-certified since June 1, 2010 (CCN 361652). It serves a broad area, covering 49 ZIP codes from its Saint Clairsville office.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Amedisys Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 85% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Amedisys Hospice scored 100.00, which is above the Ohio state average of 97.03. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 79.9% of patients received visits during the last days of life, per the most recent published data.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families should check the official Care Compare listing for the most current vintage of these numbers. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often simply due to a small number of surveyed patients rather than any indication of quality.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients under this certification. No cost details beyond that are provided here; families should contact the hospice directly for specifics about arranging care.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Amedisys Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 361652), certified since June 1, 2010, 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 CAHPS Hospice Survey reported on CMS Care Compare, Amedisys Hospice received a 4-star overall rating, with 85% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 85% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 100.00, which is above the Ohio state average of 97.03, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Amedisys Hospice serves 49 ZIP codes from its office in Saint Clairsville, Belmont County, Ohio.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 49 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Amedisys Hospice is a for-profit organization. Ownership type does not by itself indicate quality; CMS quality measures and CAHPS survey results are better indicators of care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Amedisys Hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 1, 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 those with a terminal diagnosis who have generally chosen to stop curative treatment. Both emphasize comfort and quality of life.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Hospice does not mean giving up care — it means shifting the goal of care toward comfort, symptom management, and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for Amedisys Hospice; please contact the hospice at (740) 526-0970 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin hospice care with Amedisys Hospice, contact them directly at (740) 526-0970 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about CAHPS survey results, CMS quality measures, service area, and how care is coordinated; you can review these details for Amedisys Hospice on Medicare Care Compare or by calling (740) 526-0970.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Amedisys Hospice's certification and quality data directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/361652?state=OH.
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.