Athc-Hospice, Llc
Fredericksburg, VA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 491636)
CMS process measure: 99.41 (state average 96.57 — above state average)
Serves: 38 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (540) 322-2981 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Families who responded to the CMS survey reported strong experiences with Athc-Hospice: 92% said they would definitely recommend it, and its composite process score of 99.41 is above the Virginia state average of 96.57. CMS has not published a separate star rating for this hospice in the available data.
Athc-Hospice, LLC serves 38 ZIP codes from its Fredericksburg, Virginia office in Spotsylvania County. Families in this area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included.
Yes, Athc-Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified, with CCN 491636, certified since July 23, 2020. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Athc-Hospice, LLC is a for-profit hospice based in Fredericksburg, Virginia, serving families in Spotsylvania County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since July 23, 2020, meaning it meets federal health and safety requirements for hospice providers.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported strong experiences with this provider: 92% said they would definitely recommend the hospice to others, and 88% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate CAHPS star rating figure for this listing in the data available, though the recommendation and rating percentages give a clear picture of family sentiment.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice completes recommended care processes, Athc-Hospice scored 99.41, compared to a Virginia state average of 96.57 — placing it above the state average. CMS data also show that 79.4% of patients received visits in their last days of life, and the hospice has a care index score of 9.
Athc-Hospice reports serving 38 ZIP codes from its Fredericksburg office, giving families across a fairly broad service area access to its care.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Athc-Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 491636) since July 23, 2020, 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 survey, 92% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend Athc-Hospice, and 88% 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 score is 99.41, above the Virginia state average of 96.57, and CMS data show 79.4% of patients received visits in their final days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Athc-Hospice reports serving 38 ZIP codes from its Fredericksburg, Virginia office in Spotsylvania County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 38 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Athc-Hospice, LLC is a for-profit hospice; ownership type does not determine care quality on its own, and CMS quality measures are the more direct indicator.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since July 23, 2020.
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 for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies 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 curing an illness; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact Athc-Hospice at (540) 322-2981 and 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 Athc-Hospice at (540) 322-2981 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may ask about the CAHPS survey results, composite process scores, service area, and how care is delivered; contact Athc-Hospice at (540) 322-2981 for specifics and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view Athc-Hospice, LLC's official CMS listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/491636?state=VA.
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.