Interim Healthcare Hospice Of Erie
Erie, PA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 391786)
CMS process measure: 97.84 (state average 95.55 — above state average)
Serves: 46 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (814) 836-0214 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Interim Healthcare Hospice Of Erie has a 4-star family caregiver rating on CMS Care Compare, with 83% of families saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 97.84 is above the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55.
Interim Healthcare Hospice Of Erie serves 46 ZIP codes from its Erie, Pennsylvania office in Erie County.
Yes, Interim Healthcare Hospice Of Erie is Medicare-certified (CCN 391786, since 2019); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Interim Healthcare Hospice Of Erie is a for-profit hospice serving Erie, Pennsylvania and surrounding areas in Erie County. It has been Medicare-certified since June 13, 2019, under CMS Certification Number (CCN) 391786.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data (CAHPS), family caregivers gave this hospice a 4-star rating. Of those surveyed, 83% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 83% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale. These figures reflect the experiences reported by family members of patients who received care.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice follows recommended care processes, this hospice scored 97.84, compared to the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 8 and notes that 62.6% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the last days of life, according to the most recent published data.
This hospice serves 46 ZIP codes from its Erie, PA location.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients. No cost details beyond this are available here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which can occur when patient counts are too small for reliable reporting — this is not an indication of poor quality.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Interim Healthcare Hospice Of Erie is Medicare-certified (CCN 391786) since June 13, 2019, 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?
Family caregivers gave this hospice a 4-star CAHPS rating, with 83% saying they would definitely recommend it and 83% rating their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its CMS composite process score is 97.84, compared to the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice serves 46 ZIP codes from its Erie, PA office in Erie County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 46 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
It is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not directly indicate quality of care; CMS quality and survey scores are better indicators to review.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since June 13, 2019.
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 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 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; please contact the hospice at (814) 836-0214 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
Please contact the hospice directly at (814) 836-0214 to learn about starting care, and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Consider asking about caregiver survey ratings, quality measure scores, service area, and how care is coordinated — you can review published figures on Medicare Care Compare and ask the hospice directly at (814) 836-0214 for details not listed there.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Interim Healthcare Hospice Of Erie (CCN 391786) at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/391786?state=PA to view its official CMS 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.