Hospice Of Washington County, Inc
Hagerstown, MD · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 211511)
CMS process measure: 97.44 (state average 98.78 — below state average)
Serves: 32 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (301) 791-6360 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers gave Hospice Of Washington County, Inc a 4-star CAHPS rating, with 90 percent saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 97.44 compared to a Maryland state average of 98.78, placing it below the state average on that measure.
Hospice Of Washington County, Inc serves 32 ZIP codes from its Hagerstown, MD office in Washington County. Families can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether a specific address falls within its service area.
Yes, Hospice Of Washington County, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 211511), certified since 1989. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of Washington County, Inc, located in Hagerstown, Maryland (Washington County), has been Medicare-certified since August 30, 1989. Its ownership is classified by CMS as "Other." The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here beyond that.
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this provider an overall rating of 4 stars. Ninety percent of respondents said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 85 percent rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences of the caregivers who completed the survey and are published by CMS.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects the completion of core clinical care processes, this hospice scored 97.44, compared to a Maryland state average of 98.78 — placing it below the state average by this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and a figure of 71.7 percent for visits during the last days of life, as published in its data.
Hospice Of Washington County, Inc reports serving 32 ZIP codes from its Hagerstown office. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare, as figures are updated periodically.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of Washington County, Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 211511), certified since August 30, 1989, 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 data shows a 4-star family caregiver rating, with 90 percent saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 85 percent rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
On the CMS composite process measure, this hospice scored 97.44, compared to a Maryland state average of 98.78 — below the state average on that measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
CMS data indicates this hospice serves 32 ZIP codes from its Hagerstown, MD office in Washington County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 32 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists this hospice's ownership type as "Other." Ownership type is one factor families may consider, but CAHPS survey results and quality measures offer more specific insight into caregiver experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 30, 1989.
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 generally for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor estimates a life expectancy of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing an underlying illness; it does not mean giving up on care, support, or symptom management.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This varies by patient and hospice; contact Hospice Of Washington County, Inc at (301) 791-6360 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To learn about starting care, contact Hospice Of Washington County, Inc directly at (301) 791-6360 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality measure scores, service area, and how care needs are met; contact Hospice Of Washington County, Inc at (301) 791-6360 for specifics beyond what CMS publishes.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Of Washington County, Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/211511?state=MD to review its 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.