Bayada Hospice
Harrisburg, PA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 391779)
CMS process measure: 99.24 (state average 95.55 — above state average)
Serves: 68 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (570) 994-1514 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Bayada Hospice received 4 out of 5 stars from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 87% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.24 is above the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55.
Bayada Hospice serves 68 ZIP codes from its office in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, in Dauphin County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Bayada Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 391779, certified since 2017); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Bayada Hospice is a for-profit hospice agency based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, serving families in Dauphin County and surrounding areas. It has been Medicare-certified since September 14, 2017, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care over that time.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data (CAHPS), family caregivers gave Bayada Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among caregivers surveyed, 87% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 82% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the experiences of families who worked with this hospice, as reported directly to CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which tracks whether core elements of hospice care were consistently delivered, Bayada Hospice scored 99.24, which is above the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 for this hospice, and notes that 52.2% of patients received visits during the final days of life, based on CMS's published data.
Bayada Hospice's service area, according to CMS data, spans 68 ZIP codes from its Harrisburg office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for Medicare beneficiaries who qualify, when a physician certifies eligibility; no additional cost information is provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and may reflect a specific reporting period; where CMS has not published a particular measure, that generally reflects small patient counts rather than a quality concern.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Bayada Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 391779, since September 14, 2017), 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?
Family caregivers gave Bayada Hospice 4 out of 5 stars in the CMS CAHPS survey; 87% said they would definitely recommend it, and 82% rated 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 99.24, above the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55, and CMS lists a care index score of 8 for this hospice.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Bayada Hospice serves 68 ZIP codes from its Harrisburg, Pennsylvania office in Dauphin County, per CMS data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 68 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Bayada Hospice is a for-profit agency; ownership type does not by itself determine quality, but it is one factor families may want to consider alongside CMS quality measures.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Bayada Hospice has been Medicare-certified since September 14, 2017.
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 people who have stopped pursuing curative treatment and are generally expected to have a limited life expectancy.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness; it does not mean giving up care, support, or attention to a patient's needs.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for Bayada Hospice; please contact the hospice at (570) 994-1514 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 Bayada Hospice at (570) 994-1514 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about CMS ratings, service area, staffing, and how care is coordinated; contact Bayada Hospice at (570) 994-1514 for specifics and review its listing on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can verify Bayada Hospice's certification and quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/391779?state=PA.
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.