Community Hospice, Inc, The
Albany, NY · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 331501)
CMS process measure: 99.37 (state average 97.72 — above state average)
Serves: 216 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (518) 724-0200 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Community Hospice, Inc, The has earned a 4-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 90% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.37 is above the New York state average of 97.72.
Community Hospice, Inc, The serves 216 ZIP codes from its Albany, NY office in Albany County. Families in this broad area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific location is included.
Yes, Community Hospice, Inc, The is Medicare-certified (CCN 331501, since 1983). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Community Hospice, Inc, The is a non-profit hospice based in Albany, New York, in Albany County. It has been Medicare-certified since November 1, 1983, and today serves a wide area, covering 216 ZIP codes from its Albany office.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider an overall rating of 4 stars. Ninety percent of respondents said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85% rated the care a 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family members of patients who received care from this hospice, as published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care practices were followed, this hospice scored 99.37, compared with the New York state average of 97.72 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 54.3% of patients, based on its data.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no additional cost information is provided here. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare or by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Community Hospice, Inc, The is Medicare-certified under CCN 331501, certified since November 1, 1983. 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 Hospice Survey, this hospice received a 4-star rating from family caregivers, with 90% saying they would definitely recommend it and 85% rating the care a 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 99.37, compared with the New York state average of 97.72 — above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice serves 216 ZIP codes from its Albany, NY office in Albany County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 216 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Community Hospice, Inc, The is organized as a non-profit. Ownership type is one factor among several CMS data points; families may weigh it alongside survey results and quality scores.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since November 1, 1983.
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 seeking curative treatment and are generally expected to have a limited life expectancy.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means focusing on comfort and quality of life rather than treatments aimed at curing the illness; it does not mean giving up care — pain relief, symptom management, and emotional support continue.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; please contact Community Hospice, Inc, The at (518) 724-0200 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn how to begin care, contact Community Hospice, Inc, The directly at (518) 724-0200 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey ratings, quality measures, service area, and ownership type — all of which are covered in this profile using CMS data; for further specifics, contact the hospice at (518) 724-0200.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review this hospice's official CMS listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/331501?state=NY.
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.