Capital Hospice
Falls Church, VA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 491500)
CMS process measure: 99.73 (state average 96.57 — above state average)
Serves: 197 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (703) 712-4874 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Capital Hospice received a 2-star rating from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 76% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 99.73, above the Virginia state average of 96.57.
Capital Hospice serves 197 ZIP codes from its Falls Church, Virginia office in Fairfax County, according to CMS data.
Yes, Capital Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 491500), certified since 1984, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Capital Hospice is a for-profit hospice serving Falls Church, Virginia and the surrounding Fairfax County area. According to CMS Care Compare data, this hospice has been Medicare-certified since May 1, 1984.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, Capital Hospice received a 2-star rating. Among families who responded, 76% said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 72% rated their overall experience of care between 9 and 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family caregivers of patients who received care from this provider, as published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects a bundle of care process indicators, Capital Hospice scored 99.73, compared with a Virginia state average of 96.57 — placing it above the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and notes that 38.7% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life.
Capital Hospice's service area, based on CMS data, spans 197 ZIP codes.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which can occur simply because of small patient counts rather than any indication of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no cost details are provided here beyond that fact.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Capital Hospice?
Yes, Capital Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 491500) and has been since 1984. 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, Capital Hospice received a 2-star rating, with 76% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 72% rating their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Capital Hospice scored 99.73 on CMS's composite process measure, compared with a Virginia state average of 96.57, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to CMS data, Capital Hospice serves 197 ZIP codes from its Falls Church, Virginia location in Fairfax County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 197 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Capital Hospice is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care, but it is disclosed by CMS as part of the provider's public record.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Capital Hospice has been Medicare-certified since May 1, 1984, according to CMS records.
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 generally for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor has certified 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 the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Capital Hospice delivers care. Please contact the hospice at (703) 712-4874 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 Capital Hospice at (703) 712-4874 to learn how to begin care, and verify information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey ratings, quality measures compared to state averages, service area coverage, and how care is coordinated; you can review these details for Capital Hospice on Medicare Care Compare and by calling (703) 712-4874.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Capital Hospice directly on Medicare Care Compare at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/491500?state=VA using its CCN, 491500.
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.