Bayada Hospice
Rutland, VT · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 471510)
CMS process measure: 99.51 (state average 95.61 — above state average)
Serves: 242 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (802) 857-5030 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Bayada Hospice has earned a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 88% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.51 is above the Vermont state average of 95.61.
Bayada Hospice serves 242 ZIP codes from its office in Rutland, Vermont, located in Rutland County.
Yes, Bayada Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 471510, since June 30, 2010); 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 Rutland, Vermont, serving families in Rutland County and the surrounding region. It has been certified by Medicare since June 30, 2010, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care for over a decade.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Bayada Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Among respondents, 88% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers a set of important care processes, Bayada Hospice scored 99.51, compared with a Vermont state average of 95.61 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 69.9% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life, a measure tied to the agency's care index score of 10.
Bayada Hospice's service area, as recorded in CMS data, spans 242 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad reach from its Rutland office.
Hospice care for eligible Medicare patients is covered under the Medicare hospice benefit; no separate cost information is provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and may be updated periodically; families should verify current figures directly on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Bayada Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 471510) since June 30, 2010, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who are eligible and certified by a doctor.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
Family caregivers gave Bayada Hospice an overall CAHPS rating of 4 stars, with 88% 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?
Bayada Hospice's composite process score is 99.51, compared to the Vermont state average of 95.61, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data lists Bayada Hospice as serving 242 ZIP codes from its Rutland, Vermont office in Rutland County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 242 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 indicate quality, but it is disclosed by CMS for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Bayada Hospice has been Medicare-certified since June 30, 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 patients who have stopped pursuing curative treatment, typically with a prognosis 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 the underlying illness; it does not mean withholding pain relief or supportive care.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This information is not included in the CMS data provided; contact Bayada Hospice at (802) 857-5030 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin the process, contact Bayada Hospice directly at (802) 857-5030 and confirm current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality measure scores, service area, and how care is coordinated; Bayada Hospice can be reached at (802) 857-5030 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Bayada Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/471510?state=VT to see the latest CMS-published information.
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.