Vna Hospice Services Of Erie County
Erie, PA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 391581)
CMS process measure: 82.01 (state average 95.55 — below state average)
Serves: 28 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (814) 454-2831 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Vna Hospice Services Of Erie County has a CAHPS family caregiver star rating of 3 out of 5, with 84% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 82.01, which is below the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55.
Vna Hospice Services Of Erie County serves 28 ZIP codes from its Erie, Pennsylvania office in Erie County.
Yes, Vna Hospice Services Of Erie County is Medicare-certified (CCN 391581), certified since 1994. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies that care is needed.
About this hospice
Vna Hospice Services Of Erie County is a non-profit hospice based in Erie, Pennsylvania, serving families in Erie County. It has been Medicare-certified since May 18, 1994, meaning it has met federal health and safety standards for hospice care for over three decades.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data, family caregivers gave this hospice an overall CAHPS Hospice star rating of 3 out of 5. Among those surveyed, 84% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 79% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On CMS's composite process measure, which reflects how consistently a hospice performs a set of important care processes, this hospice scored 82.01, compared to a Pennsylvania state average of 95.55 \u2014 placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 49.1% of patients received visits from staff in the final days of life, based on the published data set.
This hospice's service area, as listed on Care Compare, spans 28 ZIP codes.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for patients who qualify. This listing does not include cost information beyond that fact.
All figures above are drawn from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to review the source data directly and contact the hospice with any questions about care.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Vna Hospice Services Of Erie County is Medicare-certified (CCN 391581) since May 18, 1994, 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?
CMS CAHPS survey data shows a 3-star family caregiver rating, with 84% saying they would definitely recommend this hospice and 79% 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 82.01, compared to the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55, placing it below the state average on this measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
According to Care Compare, it serves 28 ZIP codes from its Erie, Pennsylvania location in Erie County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 28 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 reflect organizational structure and mission, but CMS quality measures like CAHPS scores are the more direct indicator of care experience.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since May 18, 1994.
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 terminal diagnosis who have chosen to stop curative treatment.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting focus to 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?
The provided data does not specify care settings; please contact the hospice at (814) 454-2831 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data does not include enrollment steps; please contact Vna Hospice Services Of Erie County at (814) 454-2831 to learn how to begin care.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction scores, staffing, visit frequency, and available services; contact the hospice at (814) 454-2831 for specifics not covered in this listing.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Vna Hospice Services Of Erie County directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/391581?state=PA 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.