Amedisys Of Blackstone
Blackstone, VA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 491630)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 96.57 — above state average)
Serves: 85 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (434) 480-4578 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Amedisys Of Blackstone 4 out of 5 stars in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 90% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process-of-care score of 100.00 is above the Virginia state average of 96.57.
Amedisys Of Blackstone serves 85 ZIP codes from its Blackstone, Virginia office in Nottoway County. This reflects the area CMS data shows the hospice covering.
Yes, Amedisys Of Blackstone is Medicare-certified (CCN 491630, since October 2018). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Amedisys Of Blackstone is a for-profit hospice serving Blackstone, Virginia and surrounding communities in Nottoway County. It has been Medicare-certified since October 2, 2018, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 491630.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Amedisys Of Blackstone an overall rating of 4 stars. Ninety percent of respondents said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 87% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers key elements of care, Amedisys Of Blackstone scored 100.00, above the Virginia state average of 96.57. CMS also reports that 88.0% of patients received visits in the last days of life, a measure tied to the hospice's Care Index score of 9.
Amedisys Of Blackstone's service area covers 85 ZIP codes from its Blackstone office, indicating a broad reach across the region.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here. All figures in this profile are drawn from CMS Care Compare data as published by Medicare and should be verified directly on Care Compare for the most current information. Where a specific measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient counts and does not reflect on quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Amedisys Of Blackstone is Medicare-certified under CCN 491630, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
In the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey, Amedisys Of Blackstone received a 4-star overall rating, with 90% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 87% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Amedisys Of Blackstone's composite process-of-care score is 100.00, which CMS lists as above the Virginia state average of 96.57.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 85 ZIP codes from its Blackstone, Virginia office in Nottoway County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 85 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Amedisys Of Blackstone is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but CMS reports both ownership and quality measures so families can consider them together.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since October 2, 2018.
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 curative treatment and are typically expected to have six months or less to live.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This information isn't included in the CMS data provided; please contact Amedisys Of Blackstone at (434) 480-4578 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact Amedisys Of Blackstone directly at (434) 480-4578 and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how quality measures compare to state averages, service area, and how a hospice communicates with families — all of which can be reviewed on Medicare Care Compare and discussed directly with the hospice.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Amedisys Of Blackstone (CCN 491630) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/491630?state=VA to confirm current ratings and details.
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.