AMEDISYS HOSPICE OF PA
Provider Information
- Address
- 649 CHERRY TREE LANE
UNIONTOWN, PA 15401 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- January 12, 1990
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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 August 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) | 46 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 4 |
105
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 AMEDISYS HOSPICE OF PA 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 AMEDISYS HOSPICE OF PA compares to hospices nationwide.
12.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 51st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
455
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 day12.3 min
Ranks better than about 51% 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 life95.1%
Ranks better than about 62% 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 visits53.1%
Ranks better than about 49% 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 care7.1%
Ranks better than about 44% 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 months45%
Ranks better than about 28% 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 care5%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 hospice2.9%
Ranks better than about 26% 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)67th 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$18,785 · 55th 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 81.1% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment99.7%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.8%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.9%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life81.1%
- All care steps completed99.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer22%
- Dementia23%
- Heart and circulatory disease25%
- Lung and respiratory disease12%
- Stroke5%
- Other conditions13%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
AMEDISYS HOSPICE OF PA
AMEDISYS HOSPICE OF PA provides end of life support to people in Uniontown and across Fayette County. They offer professional care services to help manage symptoms and comfort for those with life limiting illnesses. This provider has been certified by Medicare since 1990. They focus on meeting medical and emotional needs during the final stages of life. Their team serves the local area from their office on Cherry Tree Lane. Finding the right support can make a real difference for your family. This local team works to provide care that meets federal standards for hospice providers across the country.
About AMEDISYS HOSPICE OF PA
This is a for profit hospice provider. They have been active in the Medicare program for over three decades. That long history shows they have stayed in business for a very long time. For profit status means they operate as a private business rather than a non profit organization. Families should know that Medicare sets the same quality rules for all certified hospices regardless of how they are owned. This provider maintains a large staff to support their patients. They employ 105 people in total to handle daily tasks and patient care. This includes 46 registered nurses and 4 licensed practical nurses who provide direct medical support. Having a large nursing staff helps ensure that patients have access to skilled care when they need it most. You can check their official quality scores on this site to see how they perform on national surveys.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in UNIONTOWN?
Hospice care in Fayette County centers on keeping patients comfortable in their own homes. The team visits to check on symptoms and provide medicine or equipment. They also offer support to the family members who act as primary caregivers. A large portion of the staff at this location consists of registered nurses. These nurses handle the medical side of care, such as managing pain and checking vital signs. They work with a team of 105 total employees to make sure every patient gets enough attention. This is a large staff for a single location. That size allows them to cover more ground and respond to needs in the Uniontown area. The goal remains simple. They want to improve the quality of each day for the patient and their loved ones while keeping them in a familiar setting.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Selecting a hospice provider is a big decision for any family. You should feel comfortable asking questions before you sign any paperwork. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. Second, find out which staff members will visit your house and how often they will come by. You should also ask how they help the family with grief support after a death occurs. It is also good to ask if they have experience with your specific medical condition. Do not be afraid to ask for these details clearly. Good providers expect these questions and will answer them directly. Take your time to get the information you need to feel ready for this next step in your care plan.
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