Riverside Shore Hospice
Accomac, VA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 491616)
CMS process measure: 99.71 (state average 96.57 — above state average)
Serves: 56 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (757) 789-5000 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers who responded to the CMS survey gave Riverside Shore Hospice 4 stars, with 90% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.71 is above the Virginia state average of 96.57.
Riverside Shore Hospice serves 56 ZIP codes from its office in Accomac, Virginia, in Accomack County.
Yes, Riverside Shore Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 491616, certified since 2015; the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Riverside Shore Hospice is a non-profit hospice provider located in Accomac, Virginia, serving families in Accomack County and the surrounding region. It has been Medicare-certified since September 30, 2015 (CCN 491616).
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave Riverside Shore Hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Ninety percent of surveyed family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85% rated the hospice 9 or 10 out of 10 overall.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes were delivered, Riverside Shore Hospice scored 99.71, compared with a Virginia state average of 96.57 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 61.4% of patients received visits from hospice staff in the final days of life, per the most recent published data.
Riverside Shore Hospice's service area, as reflected in CMS data, spans 56 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients whose physician certifies a terminal diagnosis; no cost figures are provided here beyond that general fact. All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the vintage of that published dataset. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare and by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Riverside Shore Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 491616) since September 30, 2015, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a physician certifies a terminal diagnosis.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
Family caregivers gave Riverside Shore Hospice an overall CAHPS rating of 4 stars, with 90% saying they would definitely recommend it and 85% rating it 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 99.71, which is above the Virginia state average of 96.57. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and that 61.4% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Based on CMS data, Riverside Shore Hospice serves 56 ZIP codes from its office in Accomac, Virginia, in Accomack County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 56 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Riverside Shore Hospice is organized as a non-profit hospice. Ownership type does not directly determine quality, but it is one factor families sometimes consider alongside CMS survey and quality data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Riverside Shore Hospice has been Medicare-certified since September 30, 2015.
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 with a terminal diagnosis who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care toward comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided; please contact Riverside Shore Hospice at (757) 789-5000 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The CMS data does not describe the intake process; please contact Riverside Shore Hospice at (757) 789-5000 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey ratings, how a hospice's quality scores compare to the state average, service area, and how to begin care — Riverside Shore Hospice can be reached at (757) 789-5000 for specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Riverside Shore Hospice directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/491616?state=VA to confirm current ratings and details.
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.