Commonwealth Hospice Of Berwick
Forty Fort, PA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 391636)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 95.55 — above state average)
Serves: 39 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (570) 231-5407 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Commonwealth Hospice Of Berwick received a 5-star rating from family caregivers in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 96% saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure it scored 100.00, above the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55.
Commonwealth Hospice Of Berwick serves 39 ZIP codes from its office in Forty Fort, Pennsylvania, in Luzerne County. Families can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether a specific address falls within its service area.
Yes, Commonwealth Hospice Of Berwick is Medicare-certified (CCN 391636, since 2001). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Commonwealth Hospice Of Berwick is a for-profit hospice based in Forty Fort, Pennsylvania, in Luzerne County. It has been Medicare-certified since July 27, 2001. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients whose doctor certifies their eligibility.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 5 stars. Ninety-six percent said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 92 percent rated the care a 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences of caregivers who completed the survey, as reported by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects delivery of several recommended care processes, this hospice scored 100.00, compared to the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 81.4% of patients received visits in the last days of life consistent with tracked measures, and lists a care index score of 9. CMS has not published every possible quality measure for every hospice; where a figure is missing, that generally reflects small patient counts rather than a quality concern.
This hospice reports serving 39 ZIP codes from its Forty Fort office. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Commonwealth Hospice Of Berwick is Medicare-certified (CCN 391636) since July 27, 2001, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients certified eligible by a doctor.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
CMS's CAHPS survey data shows a 5-star rating, with 96% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend the hospice and 92% rating the care 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 100.00, above the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55, according to CMS Care Compare.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data indicates this hospice serves 39 ZIP codes from its Forty Fort, Pennsylvania office in Luzerne County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 39 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not directly determine quality; CMS quality measures and CAHPS survey results offer a more direct look at care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since July 27, 2001.
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 is for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor estimates a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
No. Choosing hospice means shifting the goal of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; patients can still receive treatment for symptom relief and comfort.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not detailed in the CMS data provided. Please contact the hospice at (570) 231-5407 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
This is not detailed in the CMS data provided. Please contact the hospice at (570) 231-5407 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, CMS quality scores, service area, and staff availability; you can review the CAHPS and quality data above and contact the hospice at (570) 231-5407 for further specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view CMS's official listing for this hospice at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/391636?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.