Gentiva
Piscataway, NJ · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 311545)
CMS process measure: 99.53 (state average 96.87 — above state average)
Serves: 107 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (732) 562-8800 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Gentiva a 3-star CAHPS rating, with 79% saying they would definitely recommend it to others. On CMS's composite process measure, Gentiva scored 99.53, above the New Jersey state average of 96.87.
Gentiva serves 107 ZIP codes from its Piscataway, New Jersey office in Middlesex County, according to CMS Care Compare data.
Yes, Gentiva is Medicare-certified (CCN 311545, since 1997); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Gentiva is a for-profit hospice located in Piscataway, New Jersey, serving families in Middlesex County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since March 19, 1997, meaning it has operated under Medicare's hospice program requirements for many years.
According to CMS Care Compare data (CAHPS family caregiver survey), Gentiva received an overall rating of 3 stars. Among family caregivers surveyed, 79% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 76% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences reported by caregivers of patients who received care from this hospice, as published by CMS.
On CMS's composite process quality measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers care processes such as timely visits and symptom assessment, Gentiva scored 99.53, compared with a New Jersey state average of 96.87 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that visits occurred in the last days of life for 70.4% of patients.
Gentiva's service area, per CMS data, covers 107 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad reach from its Piscataway office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to review the current listing directly for the most up-to-date figures.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Gentiva is Medicare-certified (CCN 311545) since March 19, 1997, 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's CAHPS survey gives Gentiva an overall rating of 3 stars, with 79% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 76% rating it 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Gentiva's composite process score is 99.53, which is above the New Jersey state average of 96.87, according to CMS Care Compare.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data shows Gentiva serves 107 ZIP codes from its Piscataway, New Jersey office in Middlesex County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 107 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 survey and process scores offer more direct measures of experience and performance.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Gentiva has been Medicare-certified since March 19, 1997.
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 for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor determines a prognosis of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course.
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, and patients can still receive medications and support for symptom relief.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Gentiva delivers care; please contact the hospice at (732) 562-8800 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin care with Gentiva, contact the hospice directly at (732) 562-8800 and verify current details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how a hospice compares to the state average on quality measures, and its certified service area — all of which are available for Gentiva through CMS Care Compare data; for specifics on services, contact the hospice at (732) 562-8800.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review Gentiva's official CMS listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/311545?state=NJ to confirm current ratings and 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.