Gentiva
Lenexa, KS · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 171569)
CMS process measure: 100 (state average 95.71 — above state average)
Serves: 47 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (913) 541-0266 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for Gentiva, so no star rating or percent-recommend figure is available. However, its CMS composite process measure score of 100.00 is above the Kansas state average of 95.71.
Gentiva serves 47 ZIP codes from its Lenexa, Kansas office in Johnson County.
Yes, Gentiva is Medicare-certified (CCN 171569, since 2007); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Gentiva is a for-profit hospice based in Lenexa, Kansas, serving families in Johnson County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since March 20, 2007 (CCN 171569).
According to CMS Care Compare data, CMS has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results (star rating, percent who would definitely recommend, and percent rating the hospice 9-10) for Gentiva. This is often due to small patient counts and should not be taken as a sign of poor quality.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, Gentiva scored 100.00, compared to a Kansas state average of 95.71 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that visits occurred in the last days of life for 75.9% of patients, and lists a care index score of 9 for this hospice. These figures reflect the timeliness and consistency of certain care processes as reported to CMS.
Gentiva's service area covers 47 ZIP codes from its Lenexa office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost information beyond that is included here.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare and to contact Gentiva at (913) 541-0266 with any specific questions about care.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Gentiva has been Medicare-certified since March 20, 2007 (CCN 171569), 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 has not published CAHPS family caregiver survey results for Gentiva, which is often due to small patient counts rather than an indication of quality.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Gentiva's composite process measure score is 100.00, above the Kansas state average of 95.71. CMS also reports visits occurred in the last days of life for 75.9% of patients and a care index score of 9.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Gentiva serves 47 ZIP codes from its Lenexa, Kansas location in Johnson County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 47 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Gentiva is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS quality measures and survey data offer a more direct comparison.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Gentiva has been Medicare-certified since March 20, 2007.
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 specifically for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor certifies a life expectancy 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 giving up all care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Gentiva delivers care; please contact Gentiva at (913) 541-0266 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 Gentiva at (913) 541-0266 to learn how to begin care and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey results, quality measure scores, service area, and how care is coordinated; contact Gentiva at (913) 541-0266 for specifics not covered by published CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Gentiva (CCN 171569) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/171569?state=KS to confirm current CMS data.
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.