Visiting Nurses Association Of Venango County, Hos
Franklin, PA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 391621)
CMS process measure: 95.36 (state average 95.55 — at state average)
Serves: 35 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (814) 432-6555 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Families rated this hospice 5 stars in the CMS CAHPS survey, with 98% saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 95.36 is at the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55.
Visiting Nurses Association Of Venango County, Hos serves 35 ZIP codes from its Franklin, Pennsylvania office in Venango County.
Yes, Visiting Nurses Association Of Venango County, Hos is Medicare-certified (CCN 391621, since 1997). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Visiting Nurses Association of Venango County, Hos is a non-profit hospice based in Franklin, Pennsylvania, serving Venango County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since June 12, 1997 (CCN 391621).
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice a 5-star rating overall. Ninety-eight percent said they would definitely recommend the hospice to others, and 92% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences of families whose loved ones received care from this provider.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a bundle of recommended care processes, this hospice scored 95.36, which CMS classifies as at the state average of 95.55 for Pennsylvania. Its care index score is listed as 10, and 73.6% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life, per CMS data.
This hospice's service area, as reported to CMS, covers 35 ZIP codes.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which often happens simply because too few patients were surveyed to report a reliable figure — this does not indicate poor quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible beneficiaries; no cost details are provided here.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. This hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 391621) and has been since June 12, 1997. 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?
Families gave this hospice a 5-star CAHPS rating, with 98% saying they would definitely recommend it and 92% 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 95.36, which CMS classifies as at the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55. Its care index score is 10, and 73.6% of patients received visits from staff in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice, based in Franklin, Pennsylvania (Venango County), serves 35 ZIP codes according to CMS data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 35 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 influence organizational priorities, but CMS quality and survey data are the most direct measures of care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since June 12, 1997.
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 those with a life expectancy of six months or less who have chosen to stop curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the goal of care from curing an illness to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care, attention, 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) 432-6555 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; please contact the hospice at (814) 432-6555 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey ratings, quality measure scores, service area, and how a hospice handles visits near the end of life — you can review this hospice's published figures and ask staff directly by calling (814) 432-6555.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up this hospice, CCN 391621, at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/391621?state=PA.
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.