Vitas Healthcare Corporation Atlantic
Cranberry Township, PA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 391632)
CMS process measure: 98.24 (state average 95.55 — above state average)
Serves: 143 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (412) 799-2101 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Vitas Healthcare Corporation Atlantic has a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 88% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.24 is above the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55.
Vitas Healthcare Corporation Atlantic serves 143 ZIP codes from its Cranberry Township, PA office in Butler County. Families in this area can contact the hospice directly to confirm whether their specific ZIP code is covered.
Yes, Vitas Healthcare Corporation Atlantic is Medicare-certified (CCN 391632, since 2000). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Vitas Healthcare Corporation Atlantic is a for-profit hospice based in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, serving families in Butler County and the surrounding area. It has been Medicare-certified since February 3, 2000 (CCN 391632).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers who responded to the CAHPS Hospice Survey gave this hospice an overall rating of 4 stars. Of those surveyed, 88% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 85% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process-of-care measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of recommended care practices, this hospice scored 98.24, compared to the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55 — placing it above the state average. CMS also reports that 63.7% of patients had visits from staff in the final days of life, based on the most recent published data.
Vitas Healthcare Corporation Atlantic's service area, as reported to CMS, spans 143 ZIP codes, reflecting a broad reach from its Cranberry Township office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost figures beyond this are included here.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which is often related to small patient counts rather than an indicator of quality. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Vitas Healthcare Corporation Atlantic is Medicare-certified (CCN 391632) since February 3, 2000, 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 the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey, this hospice received an overall rating of 4 stars, with 88% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 85% 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-of-care score is 98.24, compared to Pennsylvania's state average of 95.55, placing it above the state average.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 143 ZIP codes from its Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania office in Butler County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 143 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This is a for-profit hospice. Ownership type does not directly determine quality of care; CMS quality measures and caregiver surveys are better indicators to review.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since February 3, 2000.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure and is generally for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less, as determined by a physician.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment; it does not mean giving up care or support, but rather changing its goals.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings for this hospice; contact them at (412) 799-2101 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To start hospice care with this provider, contact them directly at (412) 799-2101 and confirm details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, how care quality compares to state averages, and what services are included; contact the hospice at (412) 799-2101 for specifics not covered by CMS data.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Vitas Healthcare Corporation Atlantic (CCN 391632) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/391632?state=PA to confirm 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.