VISITING NURSES ASSOCIATION OF VENANGO COUNTY, HOS
Provider Information
- Address
- 491 ALLEGHENY BOULEVARD
FRANKLIN, PA 16323 - Ownership Type
- Other
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 12, 1997
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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) | 6 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 5 |
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 VISITING NURSES ASSOCIATION OF VENANGO COUNTY, HOS reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Arranged through another hospital or nursing home
- Type of inpatient care
- Both general inpatient care and respite care
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Brought in through an outside supplier
Short stays in a hospice inpatient unit, hospital, or nursing home for pain or symptoms that cannot be managed where the patient lives, or to give family caregivers a break.
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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how VISITING NURSES ASSOCIATION OF VENANGO COUNTY, HOS compares to hospices nationwide.
27.1 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 99th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
18
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 day27.1 min
Ranks better than about 99% 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 weekends9.8%
Ranks better than about 68% 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 life96.1%
Ranks better than about 71% 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 visits38.1%
Ranks better than about 69% 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 care4.2%
Ranks better than about 66% 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 months41.7%
Ranks better than about 36% 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 care4.2%
Ranks better than about 66% 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 hospice4.2%
Ranks better than about 15% 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$10,398 · 12th 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 73.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening98%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.3%
- Breathing difficulty treatment96.6%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life73.6%
- All care steps completed94.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer35%
- Dementia16%
- Heart and circulatory disease12%
- Lung and respiratory disease16%
- Other conditions20%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Compassionate Care in Venango County
The Visiting Nurses Association of Venango County provides essential hospice services to patients and families in Franklin, Pennsylvania. Their team focuses on comfort and dignity during life’s most difficult chapters. Located at 491 Allegheny Boulevard, this provider helps families manage pain and emotional needs right at home. The thing is, choosing the right care team makes a world of difference. They bring professional nursing expertise directly to your doorstep. This ensures that your loved one stays in a familiar environment surrounded by the people they cherish most. It is about keeping them safe and comfortable every single day.
About Visiting Nurses Association of Venango County, Hos
This agency operates under an 'Other' ownership structure and has served the community for decades. They have been Medicare certified since June 12, 1997. That is over 25 years of experience serving residents in the Venango County area. When you look for a provider, history matters. It shows a deep commitment to the local community and consistent standards of practice. Families should know that Medicare certification means they must meet strict federal rules for safety and quality. This agency has clearly stayed dedicated to those high standards over time. It is a major factor to consider when you compare local health services. You want a team that knows the local doctors and resources well.
Exceptional Quality Ratings
Understanding Hospice Care in Franklin
Hospice care in rural Pennsylvania focuses on keeping patients close to their support circles. In a town like Franklin, care often happens in the patient's own house or a local nursing facility. The goal is simple. It is about shifting focus from finding a cure to finding peace. Nurses, aides, and social workers visit regularly to manage physical symptoms like pain or trouble breathing. But they also support the spirit. They provide counseling and help with the complex emotions that come with end-of-life care. Many people wait too long to ask for help because they think hospice means giving up. The truth is that hospice is about living each day as fully as possible. It is a gift of time and comfort for everyone involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team feels overwhelming, but you have the power to ask the right questions. Start by being direct. Ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens in the middle of the night. You should also ask about their specific experience with your loved one’s illness. Here are three key questions to keep in your notes:
- How often will a nurse or aide visit our home each week?
- Who do we call if we have a question on a Sunday afternoon?
- Can you help us manage difficult pain symptoms at home?
And remember, you are the expert on your loved one. If a provider does not explain things in a way that makes sense to you, keep looking. You deserve a team that listens to your concerns with patience and care.
Preserve Your Family's Unique Story
During this time, the memories you share are more precious than ever. We can help you capture these stories to keep them safe for future generations.
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