CENTRE CROSSINGS HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 2437 COMMERCIAL BOULEVARD, SUITE 6
STATE COLLEGE, PA 16801 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 22, 1986
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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 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 3 |
| Physicians | 0 |
13
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 CENTRE CROSSINGS HOSPICE 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
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how CENTRE CROSSINGS HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
17 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 87th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
4
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
Medicare reports this hospice billed for routine home care only from January 2022 through December 2024. Hospices can also provide continuous home care, inpatient care, and respite care when symptoms are harder to manage. There can be good reasons for this. Ask the provider how they handle a crisis at home.
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 day17 min
Ranks better than about 87% 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 weekends8%
Ranks better than about 51% 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 life90%
Ranks better than about 31% 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 visits0%
Ranks better than about 99% 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 care14.3%
Ranks better than about 10% 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 months0%
Ranks better than about 97% 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$7,895 · 5th 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 7 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 17.9% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life17.9%
- All care steps completed100%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer48%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Support at Centre Crossings Hospice
Centre Crossings Hospice serves the State College area from their office on Commercial Boulevard. They provide end-of-life care focused on comfort and dignity for patients and their loved ones. Families in Centre County often look for local providers who understand their specific community needs. This team works to manage pain and symptoms while offering emotional support. That is the core of what they do. Their goal is to help patients live each day as fully as possible. Hospice care is not about giving up. It is about choosing a path that puts peace and comfort first. Whether at home or in a care facility, they bring expert medical help to your side.
About Centre Crossings Hospice
Centre Crossings Hospice operates as a non-profit organization. This structure often means they reinvest their resources directly back into patient care and community programs. They have been Medicare certified since May 1986. That is nearly four decades of service to the local area. Longevity like that says a lot about their consistency. Families should know that non-profit status can sometimes lead to a different focus on volunteer services and bereavement support. The team here is built on a long history of helping neighbors in Pennsylvania. You are getting a provider with deep roots in the community. They have seen many changes in healthcare over the years, but their core mission remains the same. They are there to walk this path with you and your family.
Quality Performance
Understanding Hospice Care in State College
Finding the right care in a place like State College can feel hard. The good news is that you have access to experienced local teams. Hospice care is a specialized benefit that covers medical equipment, medications, and visits from nurses or aides. The thing is, many families wait too long to call. They think they must wait until the very last days. But you can start hospice care much sooner. It is designed to help for months, not just hours. The care team meets with you wherever you call home. They create a plan that fits your specific wishes and daily routine. You do not have to handle the heavy lifting of caregiving alone. That is why this service exists. It is a safety net for the whole family during a very difficult season.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have the right to pick the hospice team that feels best for your family. Start by asking how quickly they can respond to an urgent call at night. You need to know that help is there when you need it most. Also, ask how they involve the family in making daily care decisions. A good team sees you as an expert on your loved one. Ask them how they handle pain management and if they have extra staff for emotional or spiritual support. The thing is, hospice is about the whole person. Do not be afraid to ask about their volunteer services or how they help with grief after a loss. These questions help you see if their values match what your family needs. Take your time to get the answers that bring you peace of mind.
Keep Your Family Stories Alive
During this time, memories become even more precious. Preserving the stories of your loved ones is a beautiful way to honor their life. Start creating a digital record that your family can cherish for generations to come.
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