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Gateway Hospice

Pittsburgh, PA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 391660)

Family caregiver rating (CAHPS): 5★ — 87% of families would definitely recommend
CMS process measure: 95.1 (state average 95.55 — at state average)
Serves: 116 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (412) 536-2020 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗

Gateway Hospice holds a 5-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 87% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 95.10 is about at the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55.

Gateway Hospice serves 116 ZIP codes from its Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania office in Allegheny County, according to CMS Care Compare data. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.

Yes, Gateway Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 391660, since 2004), so the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility. No additional cost details are provided beyond this coverage fact.

CMS care-process score vs. state average
Gateway Hospice Gateway Hospice: 95.1 95.1 PA average PA average: 95.55 95.55

About this hospice

Gateway Hospice is a for-profit hospice provider based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, serving Allegheny County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since August 20, 2004 (CCN 391660).

According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Gateway Hospice a 5-star overall rating. Among respondents, 87% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to friends and family, and 85% rated the overall care a 9 or 10 out of 10.

On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, Gateway Hospice scored 95.10, which is about at the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and 85.8% of patients received visits from hospice staff during the last days of life, per the most recent CMS data.

Gateway Hospice's service area, as recorded by CMS, spans 116 ZIP codes, reflecting a fairly broad reach from its Pittsburgh office.

The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost details beyond that are included here. All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data and may be updated by CMS periodically; families are encouraged to check the official Care Compare listing for the most current figures.

Questions families ask

Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?

Yes, Gateway Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 391660, certified since August 20, 2004), 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?

CMS CAHPS survey data shows a 5-star family caregiver rating, with 87% of respondents saying they would definitely recommend Gateway Hospice and 85% rating overall care a 9 or 10 out of 10.

How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?

Gateway Hospice's composite process score is 95.10, which CMS classifies as about at the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55.

What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?

According to CMS data, Gateway Hospice serves 116 ZIP codes from its Pittsburgh, Allegheny County office.

Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 116 this hospice reports serving.

Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?

Gateway Hospice is organized as a for-profit hospice; ownership type is disclosed by CMS but does not by itself indicate quality of care.

How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?

Gateway Hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 20, 2004.

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 those with a life-limiting illness who have chosen to stop curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies 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 abandoning medical care, as symptom management and support continue.

Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?

This data does not specify where Gateway Hospice provides care; contact the hospice at (412) 536-2020 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.

How do I start hospice care with this provider?

To learn about starting hospice care with Gateway Hospice, contact the hospice directly at (412) 536-2020 and confirm eligibility and next steps with a physician.

What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?

Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction, quality measure scores, and service area coverage; Gateway Hospice's CMS-reported figures on these topics are summarized above, and further questions can be directed to (412) 536-2020.

How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?

You can review Gateway Hospice's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/391660?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.