CAPITAL HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 3180 FAIRVIEW PARK DR, STE 600
FALLS CHURCH, VA 22042 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 1, 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 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) | 109 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 25 |
| Physicians | 21 |
| Volunteers | 8 |
454
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 CAPITAL HOSPICE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Provided directly by this hospice
- 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 2013.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how CAPITAL HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
10.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 31st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
621
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 day10.5 min
Ranks better than about 31% 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 weekends7.6%
Ranks better than about 46% 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 life91%
Ranks better than about 35% 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 visits78.3%
Ranks better than about 15% 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 care12.2%
Ranks better than about 16% 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 months40.6%
Ranks better than about 39% 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 care10.3%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 hospice1.8%
Ranks better than about 40% 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)93rd 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$13,399 · 25th 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 38.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.9%
- Pain assessment99.9%
- Breathing difficulty screening100.0%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.9%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.9%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.9%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life38.7%
- All care steps completed99.7%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer27%
- Dementia29%
- Heart and circulatory disease17%
- Lung and respiratory disease7%
- Stroke7%
- Other conditions15%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Capital Hospice
Capital Hospice serves the Falls Church area from their office on Fairview Park Drive. They provide hospice care to families in Fairfax County. This provider holds accreditation from the ACHC. That group checks to make sure care meets high safety standards. They have been helping patients since they first earned Medicare certification in May of 1984. That is forty years of service to the local community. The agency operates as a for-profit organization. They focus on giving care where it is needed most. Choosing a hospice provider is a major step. Families deserve to know the facts about who will care for their loved ones. This team brings decades of experience to the table. They maintain a large staff to support their goals. It is a long history of serving the region.
Staffing and Quality
The agency employs 454 people. This team includes 109 registered nurses and 25 licensed practical nurses. They also have 21 physicians on staff to oversee medical needs. Plus, 8 volunteers help support the mission. That is a large group of people working together. Their quality of care marks are high according to the CMS Hospice Care Index. They show strong results in clinical outcomes for their patients. But patient survey results are lower than other providers. Those surveys measure how families feel about their experience. Families often look for a balance between clinical skill and clear communication. The accreditation from the ACHC shows they follow strict rules for care. It helps ensure that safety stays at the front of their work. A team this size can offer many resources. It also means they have a wide range of experts ready to help at any time.
Quality Overview
What Is Hospice Care Like in FALLS CHURCH?
Hospice care in this part of Virginia centers on comfort. The goal is to manage pain and improve quality of life. Teams work in homes or facilities to provide support. They offer medical care, nursing, and emotional help for the whole family. Many providers in this area use large teams of nurses and doctors. Staff members visit often to check on the patient. They also provide help for the family during hard times. You should always ask questions before you pick a team. Ask how the staff will talk to you about changes in health. Ask how they handle pain management at night or on weekends. Find out how many nurses they have available for daily visits. See if they offer extra support like music therapy or grief counseling. You need to feel good about your choice. Get the answers you need to be sure.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Families have a right to choose the best care. Start by asking how the team responds to emergencies. Ask how quickly a nurse can reach your home. You should also ask about the plan for managing pain. Good providers have a clear way to adjust medicine. Ask how they keep families updated on the patient status. Do they hold regular meetings to explain the care plan? Ask about their volunteer programs too. Volunteers can offer comfort and companionship. Finally, ask what happens if the patient needs more care than home can provide. Do they have a contract with a local hospital? Knowing these details helps you feel ready. Take your time with these questions. You want a partner who listens well. Clear talk leads to better care for your loved one.
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