VNA OF NORTHWEST PA, LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 44 BOLIVAR ROAD
BRADFORD, PA 16701 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 16, 1984
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CMS Quality Ratings
Composite score combining quality measures and patient survey results.
Based on the CMS Hospice Care Index — 10 operational quality indicators including visits near death, nursing minutes, and care transitions.
CAHPS Hospice Survey — family caregivers rate communication, symptom management, respect, and overall experience.
CMS scores as of May 2026. Quality of Care derived from CMS Hospice Care Index. Patient Satisfaction from the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey. Overall is the equally-weighted average of both. All source data published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Staffing & Capacity
| Role | Staff Count |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 10 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 8 |
14
Total Employees
Staffing data as reported to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Inpatient Care and Medical Equipment
Hospices report these services to Medicare when they are certified. This is what VNA OF NORTHWEST PA, LLC reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
An older Medicare record for this hospice lists short-term inpatient care as “not provided.” That code may be out of date. Medicare requires certified hospices to make inpatient care available for symptom management and caregiver respite. Ask this hospice how it arranges a bed if symptoms become hard to manage at home.
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Brought in through an outside supplier
Equipment and supplies tied to the terminal illness and the plan of care, such as a hospital bed, oxygen, wound supplies, or a wheelchair.
Medicare lets hospices provide these services through arrangements with other organizations. Either way, the hospice stays responsible for the covered care in the patient’s plan of care.
Reported by this hospice to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services when it was certified in 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how VNA OF NORTHWEST PA, LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
9.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 23rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
5
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
How this hospice compares nationally
Bars show national standing on measures from the CMS Hospice Care Index. A fuller bar means this hospice does better than more of the hospices CMS tracks.
- Nurse care minutes per home care day9.8 min
Ranks better than about 23% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The average minutes of nursing care per day for patients getting routine care at home, based on Medicare claims. More nurse time usually means more hands-on support.
- Skilled nursing on weekends9.5%
Ranks better than about 66% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of skilled nursing time delivered on Saturdays and Sundays. Symptoms do not wait for weekdays, so weekend coverage matters.
- Nurse visits in the last days of life81.8%
Ranks better than about 16% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who got nurse visits in their final days of life. This is when families tend to need the most support.
- Gaps in nursing visits16.7%
Ranks better than about 91% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
How often patients went more than a week without a nursing visit. Fewer gaps mean steadier attention.
- Patients discharged alive early in care10%
Ranks better than about 26% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice alive within the first week of care. A rate of 0% means it did not happen to any of their patients.
- Patients discharged alive after 6 months20%
Ranks better than about 87% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients discharged alive after six months or more in hospice care.
- Hospital transfers near the end of care0%
Ranks better than about 81% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, spent time in the hospital, then came back to hospice.
- Hospital stays that interrupt hospice0%
Ranks better than about 55% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, went to the hospital, and died there soon after.
- Days at higher levels of care (CHC or GIP)52nd percentile
What this measures
The share of care days delivered at higher levels, such as continuous home care or inpatient care. Shown only as a national rank because small percentages round to zero.
- Medicare spending per patient$6,699 · 3rd percentile
What this measures
What Medicare paid per patient for this hospice's care. Higher or lower spending is not a quality judgment by itself.
Care steps completed at admissionShow detailsMedicare tracked 9 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 24.2% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening96.8%
- Pain assessment97.3%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life24.2%
- All care steps completed95.2%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer53%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
VNA of Northwest PA
VNA of Northwest PA serves families in Bradford, Pennsylvania. They are a freestanding hospice provider offering end of life care services. This group has provided care to the local community since 1984. It is a for profit organization with a focus on patient needs. They have a team of fourteen employees ready to help. This includes ten registered nurses and two physicians. They also have eight volunteers who support their daily work. Choosing a provider is a big step. This team brings years of experience to the families they support in McKean County.
About VNA of Northwest PA, LLC
This hospice has been certified by Medicare for over forty years. That shows a long history of meeting federal standards. Being a for profit provider means they answer to specific rules for their business operations. You should know that Medicare certification is not just a label. It means they must meet strict rules for safety and care quality. These rules protect your loved ones every single day. The agency maintains a stable staff of ten registered nurses. This allows them to manage care needs with a clear plan. They rely on their eight volunteers to add extra support for families. Most people want to know that their provider follows a set path for quality. This agency shows a steady commitment to those standards through their long history in Bradford.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in Bradford?
Hospice care in Bradford focuses on comfort for the patient. It is not about curing an illness. Instead, the team works to manage pain and symptoms. They provide care in the place the patient calls home. This could be a house or a care facility. The team includes doctors and nurses who visit to check on the patient. They also have volunteers who offer companionship. The goal is to improve the quality of each day. You will find that care plans are very personal. They change as the needs of the patient change. The staff at VNA of Northwest PA works to ensure that families feel supported throughout the process. It is about peace and dignity at the end of life. Every family deserves this level of attention during a hard time.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel confident in the team you choose. Start by asking how they handle pain management on nights and weekends. It is important to know who will answer your call. Ask how often a nurse will visit the home. You should also ask how they support family members with grief. Do they offer counseling or support groups? Ask about their experience with the specific condition of your loved one. Can they explain their plan for sudden changes in health? Make sure you understand the role of volunteers versus paid staff. These questions help you see if their approach matches your goals. Take your time to get clear answers before you decide.
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