AFFINITY CARE OF VIRGINIA LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 714 THIMBLE SHOALS BOULEVARD SUITE C
NEWPORT NEWS, VA 23606 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- February 24, 2021
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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) | 2 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
6
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 AFFINITY CARE OF VIRGINIA LLC 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how AFFINITY CARE OF VIRGINIA LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
13.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 66th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
171
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 day13.8 min
Ranks better than about 66% 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 weekends9.3%
Ranks better than about 64% 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 life95.7%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 visits51.3%
Ranks better than about 52% 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 care12.5%
Ranks better than about 15% 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 months30.5%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 care7.8%
Ranks better than about 46% 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 hospice3.1%
Ranks better than about 24% 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$9,937 · 10th 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 68.2% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- 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 life68.2%
- 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.
- Cancer17%
- Dementia25%
- Heart and circulatory disease15%
- Lung and respiratory disease18%
- Stroke11%
- Other conditions18%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Affinity Care of Virginia
Affinity Care of Virginia LLC serves the Newport News area from its office on Thimble Shoals Boulevard. This freestanding hospice provider offers end of life support to people in the city and surrounding counties. They earned accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group checks that hospice teams meet high standards for safety and care. It shows they work hard to follow best practices for patients. Having this stamp of approval gives families extra peace of mind when they pick a provider. The team focuses on comfort for patients and support for their loved ones. They have been certified by Medicare since early 2021. Finding the right help is hard work, but checking these details makes it easier. Their small team works to provide focused care for every person they serve in this community.
About the Provider
Affinity Care of Virginia LLC operates as a for-profit hospice organization. They have been active in the Medicare program for over three years. Accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care is a big step for any hospice agency. It means an outside group reviewed their daily work and policies. They look at how the staff manages pain and how they talk to families. This process ensures the agency keeps up with changing rules in the medical field. The agency currently has a staff of six people. This includes two registered nurses who manage the medical side of patient needs. They do not have volunteers on staff right now. Knowing the size of the team helps you understand how they manage their daily visits. Families should look for a provider that matches their own communication style and availability. You can ask about their staff ratios during your first meeting with them.
Quality Performance Summary
What Is Hospice Care Like in Newport News?
Hospice care in Newport News focuses on comfort rather than a cure. The team comes to the home or a facility to manage symptoms. They help with pain relief and emotional support for the whole family. Most agencies in this region use a mix of nurses, aides, and social workers. Affinity Care of Virginia has two registered nurses on their team to handle clinical tasks. They provide care that fits the specific needs of the local area. That is the goal of hospice. Staff members spend time teaching family members how to care for their loved ones. They answer questions about medications and what to expect as the illness progresses. You get a team that is trained to handle these sensitive moments with care. The goal is to improve the quality of each day for the patient. You can ask them how they coordinate with local doctors to keep everyone on the same page.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking the right hospice is a major decision for your family. You should ask clear questions to see if the provider is a good fit. First, ask how many nurses they have available for after-hours calls. You need to know who will answer if you have a problem at night. Second, ask how they handle pain management and symptom control for their patients. It is good to know their approach to medicine. Third, ask how often a nurse will visit the home each week. This helps you plan your own schedule. Finally, ask how they support family members who are grieving. Some agencies offer extra counseling or support groups. Get clear answers before you sign any paperwork. You deserve a team that listens to your concerns. Take your time to find the right partner for this stage of life.
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