Athc-Hospice Llc
Mechanicsville, VA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 491606)
CMS process measure: 99.49 (state average 96.57 — above state average)
Serves: 61 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (804) 358-3480 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Athc-Hospice LLC has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 85% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.49 is above the Virginia state average of 96.57.
Athc-Hospice LLC serves 61 ZIP codes from its Mechanicsville, Virginia office in Hanover County.
Yes, Athc-Hospice LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 491606, certified since January 12, 2012); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Athc-Hospice LLC is a for-profit hospice based in Mechanicsville, Virginia, serving families in Hanover County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since January 12, 2012 (CCN 491606).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among those surveyed, 85% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 80% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, Athc-Hospice LLC scored 99.49, which is above the Virginia state average of 96.57. This composite reflects how consistently the hospice performed a bundle of recommended care processes, as reported to CMS. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and a rate of 79.2% for visits during the last days of life, based on published Care Compare data.
Athc-Hospice LLC's service area, as listed with CMS, covers 61 ZIP codes.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data as published; CMS updates these figures periodically, so families should check the Care Compare website for the most current numbers. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often due to small patient counts and does not itself indicate anything about quality.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. No cost or fee information is included here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Athc-Hospice LLC has been Medicare-certified since January 12, 2012 (CCN 491606), 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, this hospice received an overall 4-star family caregiver rating, with 85% of respondents saying they would definitely recommend it and 80% 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-of-care score is 99.49, which is above the Virginia state average of 96.57.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, it serves 61 ZIP codes from its Mechanicsville, Virginia office in Hanover County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 61 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 by itself determine quality, but CMS publishes it as part of provider information.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since January 12, 2012.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure and is typically for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less, as determined by a physician.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than treatments aimed at curing the illness; patients can still receive medical attention for symptom relief and support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact Athc-Hospice LLC at (804) 358-3480 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care, contact Athc-Hospice LLC at (804) 358-3480 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, CMS quality measures, service area, and ownership type, all of which are available for this hospice on Medicare Care Compare; contact the hospice directly at (804) 358-3480 for further details.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Athc-Hospice LLC's certification, ratings, and service details at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/491606?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.