Gallagher Hospice, Llc
Bridgeville, PA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 391778)
CMS process measure: 98.42 (state average 95.55 — above state average)
Serves: 110 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (412) 279-4255 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Gallagher Hospice in Bridgeville, Pennsylvania has a 5-star family caregiver rating, with 90% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its composite process score of 98.42 is above the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55.
Gallagher Hospice serves 110 ZIP codes from its Bridgeville, Pennsylvania office in Allegheny County. Families in this broad surrounding area may be eligible for care from this hospice.
Yes, Gallagher Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified, with CCN 391778, certified since 2016. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Gallagher Hospice, LLC is a for-profit hospice based in Bridgeville, Pennsylvania, in Allegheny County. It has been Medicare-certified since November 3, 2016.
According to CMS Care Compare data drawn from the CAHPS Hospice Survey of family caregivers, Gallagher Hospice earned a 5-star family caregiver rating. Ninety percent of surveyed family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 87% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the experiences reported by families who worked with the hospice team during a loved one's care.
On CMS's composite process measure, which tracks whether a set of recommended care processes were delivered, Gallagher Hospice scored 98.42, compared to the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that visits occurred in the last days of life for 83.6% of patients, per the published data.
Gallagher Hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 110 ZIP codes, indicating a broad reach from its Bridgeville office.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families should check the Care Compare website for the most current vintage of this information. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond that are included here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Gallagher Hospice, LLC is Medicare-certified (CCN 391778) since November 3, 2016, 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?
In the CMS CAHPS survey, Gallagher Hospice received a 5-star family caregiver rating, with 90% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 87% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process measure score is 98.42, above the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Gallagher Hospice serves 110 ZIP codes from its Bridgeville, Pennsylvania office in Allegheny County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 110 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Gallagher Hospice is a for-profit organization; ownership type does not directly determine care quality, and CMS quality measures like CAHPS scores are a more direct way to compare hospices.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since November 3, 2016.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness to ease symptoms, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure when a patient's life expectancy is generally 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, but it does not mean giving up medical attention, symptom management, or emotional support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The provided data does not specify care settings; please contact Gallagher Hospice at (412) 279-4255 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The provided data does not include intake details; please contact Gallagher Hospice at (412) 279-4255 and verify current information on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
You might ask about the CAHPS family caregiver ratings, how the hospice's composite process score compares to the state average, and what ZIP codes or areas the hospice serves — all of which are available for Gallagher Hospice on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Gallagher Hospice, LLC (CCN 391778) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/391778?state=PA to confirm current ratings and details.
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.