Hartford Healthcare At Home
East Hartford, CT · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 071507)
CMS process measure: 97.29 (state average 96.43 — at state average)
Serves: 251 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (860) 249-4862 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hartford Healthcare At Home received a 3-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 81% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 97.29 is at the Connecticut state average of 96.43.
Hartford Healthcare At Home serves 251 ZIP codes from its East Hartford, Connecticut office in Hartford County. Families in this broad area may be eligible for its services, though contacting the hospice directly can confirm coverage for a specific address.
Yes, Hartford Healthcare At Home is Medicare-certified, with CCN 071507, certified since May 1, 1991. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hartford Healthcare At Home is a non-profit hospice based in East Hartford, Connecticut, serving families in Hartford County and beyond. It has been Medicare-certified since May 1, 1991 (CCN 071507).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider an overall rating of 3 stars. Among respondents, 81% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 77% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, Hartford Healthcare At Home scored 97.29, which CMS classifies as at the Connecticut state average of 96.43. This composite reflects how consistently the hospice performed a set of recommended care processes, such as timely assessments and symptom management. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 55.6% of patients received visits from a hospice nurse or medical provider in the final days of life, based on the most recent published data.
Hartford Healthcare At Home's service area covers 251 ZIP codes, indicating a broad geographic reach from its East Hartford office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; where a measure is not listed here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which often reflects small patient counts rather than a quality concern.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Hartford Healthcare At Home is Medicare-certified (CCN 071507) since May 1, 1991, 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 Care Compare data shows a 3-star CAHPS rating, with 81% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 77% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process-of-care score is 97.29, which CMS rates as at the Connecticut state average of 96.43.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Hartford Healthcare At Home serves 251 ZIP codes from its East Hartford, Connecticut office in Hartford County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 251 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a non-profit hospice; ownership type does not directly determine quality, but CMS reports it publicly for transparency.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since May 1, 1991.
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 curative treatment and are generally expected to have a limited life expectancy.
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 forms of care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; contact the hospice at (860) 249-4862 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; contact the hospice at (860) 249-4862 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, staffing availability, and how the hospice supports patients and families; contact the hospice at (860) 249-4862 for specifics not covered in CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hartford Healthcare At Home directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/071507?state=CT to review its current CMS-reported measures.
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.