Vitas Innovative Hospice Care Of Greater Wash, Dc
Washington, DC · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 091505)
CMS process measure: 91.51 (state average 96.59 — below state average)
Serves: 34 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (202) 414-5411 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Family caregivers surveyed by CMS reported that 71% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 76% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. On CMS's composite process measure, this hospice scored 91.51, which is below the District of Columbia state average of 96.59.
Vitas Innovative Hospice Care Of Greater Wash, Dc serves 34 ZIP codes from its Washington, DC office in District Of Columbia county.
Yes, Vitas Innovative Hospice Care Of Greater Wash, Dc is Medicare-certified (CCN 091505, since 2006); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Vitas Innovative Hospice Care Of Greater Wash, Dc is a for-profit hospice serving Washington, DC and the District of Columbia county area. It has been Medicare-certified since August 1, 2006 (CCN 091505).
According to CMS Care Compare data, family caregivers surveyed through the CAHPS Hospice Survey reported that 71% would definitely recommend this hospice, and 76% gave it an overall rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a specific CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided.
On CMS's composite process measure — which reflects how consistently core hospice care processes are delivered — this hospice scored 91.51, compared with a District of Columbia state average of 96.59. That places this hospice below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 55.6% of patients received visits in the last days of life, per the most recent published data.
This hospice's service area, as recorded by CMS, covers 34 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details are provided here beyond that.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data and may reflect a specific reporting vintage. Families are encouraged to verify current figures directly on Medicare Care Compare and to contact the hospice with any questions about care.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. This hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 091505) since August 1, 2006, 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 survey, 71% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 76% rated it 9 or 10 out of 10. CMS has not published a separate star rating for this hospice in the available data.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
This hospice's composite process score is 91.51, compared to a District of Columbia state average of 96.59, placing it below the state average on this measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice serves 34 ZIP codes from its Washington, DC office in District Of Columbia county.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 34 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
This hospice is organized as a for-profit entity. Ownership type does not by itself determine quality of care; CMS survey and process measures offer more direct insight into caregiver experience and care delivery.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since August 1, 2006.
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 is specifically for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort rather than curative treatment, typically when a doctor believes life expectancy is six months or less.
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 on care, symptom relief, or emotional and spiritual support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care. Please contact the hospice at (202) 414-5411 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps. Please contact the hospice directly at (202) 414-5411 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver recommendation rates, how care processes compare to state averages, service area coverage, and how care is coordinated — all of which can be reviewed for this hospice on Medicare Care Compare, and further clarified by calling (202) 414-5411.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up this hospice using CCN 091505 at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/091505?state=DC.
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.