Hospice Of Barbour County
Elkins, WV · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 511514)
CMS process measure: 96.88 (state average 97.88 — at state average)
Serves: 73 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (304) 823-3922 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of Barbour County has earned a 3-star family caregiver rating from CMS, with 83% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 96.88 is rated at the state average compared to West Virginia's average of 97.88.
Hospice Of Barbour County serves 73 ZIP codes from its office in Elkins, West Virginia, in Randolph County.
Yes, Hospice Of Barbour County is Medicare-certified, with CCN 511514, certified since March 12, 1993. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of Barbour County is a non-profit hospice based in Elkins, West Virginia, serving families in Randolph County and the surrounding region. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since March 12, 1993, meaning it has provided care under the Medicare hospice benefit for over three decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 3 stars. Of those surveyed, 83% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 80% rated their overall experience 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, Hospice Of Barbour County scored 96.88, which CMS classifies as at the state average compared to West Virginia's average of 97.88. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 for this hospice, and notes that 34.5% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life.
Hospice Of Barbour County's service area, as reported to CMS, spans 73 ZIP codes from its Elkins office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families should confirm current details directly with the hospice or on Care Compare, as CMS updates this data periodically.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from Hospice Of Barbour County?
Yes. Hospice Of Barbour County is Medicare-certified (CCN 511514) since March 12, 1993, 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 this hospice an overall rating of 3 stars, with 83% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 80% 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 score is 96.88, which CMS classifies as at the state average against West Virginia's average of 97.88.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Hospice Of Barbour County serves 73 ZIP codes from its office in Elkins, in Randolph County, West Virginia.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 73 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 can be one factor families consider, but CMS quality data should also be reviewed for a full picture.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 12, 1993.
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 patients who have stopped curative treatment and typically have 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 giving up on care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; contact Hospice Of Barbour County at (304) 823-3922 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data does not include enrollment steps; please contact Hospice Of Barbour County at (304) 823-3922 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, staffing, services offered, and how the hospice supports patients and families, then confirm answers directly with the hospice and on Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view Hospice Of Barbour County's official CMS profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/511514?state=WV.
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.