Windber Hospice
Windber, PA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 391541)
CMS process measure: 99.39 (state average 95.55 — above state average)
Serves: 61 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (814) 467-3711 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Windber Hospice holds a 5-star family caregiver rating on the CMS CAHPS survey, with 92% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 99.39 is above the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55.
Windber Hospice serves 61 ZIP codes from its Windber, Pennsylvania office, located in Somerset County. Families outside this area should contact the hospice directly to confirm coverage.
Yes, Windber Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 391541, since 2003). The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Windber Hospice is a non-profit hospice based in Windber, Pennsylvania, serving families in Somerset County and beyond. It has been Medicare-certified since February 27, 2003, meaning it has met federal requirements for hospice care for over two decades.
According to CMS Care Compare data, families who worked with Windber Hospice reported strong experiences in the CAHPS Hospice Survey: the hospice earned a 5-star family caregiver rating, with 92% of caregivers saying they would definitely recommend the hospice to others, and 89% rating their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
On the CMS composite process quality measure, Windber Hospice scored 99.39, which is above the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55. This composite measure reflects how consistently the hospice performed a bundle of recommended care processes. Its care index score is listed as 10, and 78.3% of patients received visits during the last days of life, per CMS data.
Windber Hospice's service area covers 61 ZIP codes, reflecting a fairly broad reach from its Windber office.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. Where a measure is not mentioned here, CMS has not published it for this hospice, which often happens simply because of small patient counts rather than any indication of quality. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients; no additional cost details are provided here. Families are encouraged to contact the hospice directly and review Medicare Care Compare for the most current information.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes, Windber Hospice is Medicare-certified, with certification dating back to February 27, 2003. 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?
Family caregivers gave Windber Hospice a 5-star CAHPS rating, with 92% saying they would definitely recommend it and 89% rating their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Windber Hospice's composite process score is 99.39, above the Pennsylvania state average of 95.55, according to CMS Care Compare data.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
Windber Hospice serves 61 ZIP codes from its office in Windber, Somerset County, Pennsylvania.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 61 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
Windber Hospice is a non-profit organization. Ownership type can relate to how a hospice reinvests funds, but CMS quality measures apply regardless of ownership structure.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
Windber Hospice has been Medicare-certified since February 27, 2003.
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-limiting illness who have chosen to stop curative treatment, typically with a prognosis of six months or less.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus from curing an illness to comfort and quality of life; it does not mean giving up care, but rather receiving support for symptoms, pain, and emotional needs.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where Windber Hospice delivers care; please contact the hospice at (814) 467-3711 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
To begin hospice care, contact Windber Hospice directly at (814) 467-3711 and verify eligibility and enrollment details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families may want to ask about caregiver satisfaction ratings, quality measure scores, and service area coverage — Windber Hospice's figures on these are listed above from CMS data, and further questions can be directed to the hospice at (814) 467-3711.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Windber Hospice (CCN 391541) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/391541?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.