The Medical Team
Reston, VA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 491623)
CMS process measure: 97.35 (state average 96.57 — at state average)
Serves: 63 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (703) 390-2300 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported that 73% would definitely recommend The Medical Team, and 72% rated their experience 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, the hospice scored 97.35, about at the Virginia state average of 96.57.
The Medical Team serves 63 ZIP codes from its office in Reston, Virginia, in Fairfax County. Families can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether a specific ZIP code is included.
Yes, The Medical Team is Medicare-certified, with CCN 491623, certified since March 15, 2017. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
The Medical Team is a for-profit hospice provider based in Reston, Virginia, serving families in Fairfax County and the surrounding area. The hospice has been Medicare-certified since March 15, 2017 (CCN 491623).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers surveyed through the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 73% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 72% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data available, which can occur when patient counts are small; this does not indicate poor quality, only that the figure was not provided.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently a hospice delivers recommended care processes — The Medical Team scored 97.35, compared to the Virginia state average of 96.57, placing it at the state average. CMS also reports that 34.6% of patients received visits in the last days of life, and a care index score of 10.
The Medical Team's service area, as reflected in CMS data, covers 63 ZIP codes from its Reston office.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data and reflect the most recently published reporting period. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no additional cost information is provided here. This profile does not describe specific staff, facilities, or services beyond what CMS publishes — families should contact the hospice directly for those details.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. The Medical Team is Medicare-certified (CCN 491623) since March 15, 2017, 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?
In CMS's CAHPS Hospice Survey data, 73% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend The Medical Team, and 72% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate star rating for this hospice.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
The Medical Team scored 97.35 on CMS's composite process measure, compared to the Virginia state average of 96.57, placing it at the state average. CMS also reports 34.6% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
The Medical Team serves 63 ZIP codes from its Reston, Virginia office in Fairfax County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 63 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
The Medical Team is a for-profit hospice, according to CMS data. Ownership type doesn't by itself determine quality of care, but it's one factor families sometimes consider alongside CMS survey and quality data.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
The Medical Team has been Medicare-certified since March 15, 2017.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness to relieve symptoms, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure for people generally expected to have a limited life expectancy. Both aim to support quality of life, but hospice is typically chosen when curative treatment is no longer being pursued.
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, not giving up on care itself. Patients continue to receive medical attention aimed at managing symptoms and supporting their wellbeing.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
CMS data doesn't specify the settings this hospice offers. Please contact The Medical Team at (703) 390-2300 to ask where they provide care.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
CMS data does not describe intake procedures. Contact The Medical Team directly at (703) 390-2300 to learn how to begin care, and verify certification details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey results, quality measure scores, service area, and how care is coordinated; The Medical Team can be asked these directly at (703) 390-2300, and its published CMS data can be reviewed on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up The Medical Team using CCN 491623 at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/491623?state=VA to review its current CMS-published 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.