HOSPICE OF VIRGINIA
Provider Information
- Address
- 1251 TAPPAHANNOCK BLVD, STE 1E
TAPPAHANNOCK, VA 22560 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- November 1, 1996
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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) | 48 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 7 |
| Physicians | 9 |
| Volunteers | 176 |
144
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 HOSPICE OF VIRGINIA 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
- Both general inpatient care and respite care
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Supplied directly by this hospice
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.
Reported by this hospice to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services when it was certified in 2014.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HOSPICE OF VIRGINIA compares to hospices nationwide.
13.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 67th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
223
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 day13.9 min
Ranks better than about 67% 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 weekends6%
Ranks better than about 26% 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 life93.1%
Ranks better than about 47% 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 visits28%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 care8.7%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 months36%
Ranks better than about 52% 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 care9.9%
Ranks better than about 37% 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 hospice4.3%
Ranks better than about 14% 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)79th 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$12,407 · 20th 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 63.7% 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 life63.7%
- 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.
- Cancer33%
- Dementia21%
- Heart and circulatory disease14%
- Lung and respiratory disease9%
- Stroke8%
- Other conditions16%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice of Virginia in Tappahannock
Hospice of Virginia provides end of life care to families in Tappahannock and the surrounding Richmond county area. This freestanding hospice team serves patients who need comfort and support during a health crisis. They have been certified by Medicare since 1996 to provide these essential services. The provider holds an accreditation from CHAP. This group works to meet high standards for patient care and safety. It is a for profit organization with a large staff ready to help. Families in Virginia can reach them at their office on Tappahannock Boulevard for more details about their care plans. They bring medical support directly to the place where a patient lives. This allows families to stay together in a familiar space during a difficult time. Their team is prepared to assist with medical needs and personal care every single day.
About Hospice of Virginia
Hospice of Virginia operates as a for profit provider. They have been active in the hospice field for over twenty-five years. This long history shows they understand how to serve patients in this region. The provider maintains accreditation through CHAP. This group is an independent organization that checks if a hospice meets strict national standards. They look at how a hospice handles medicine, records, and patient safety. A CHAP stamp means the provider chose to be reviewed by experts to prove their quality. That matters for your peace of mind. Families should know that this provider employs a large team of over one hundred staff members. This includes dozens of nurses and nine physicians. They also have a group of volunteers to help with non-medical needs. Having many hands on deck means they can focus on each patient. It is a clear sign they value having enough staff to cover all patient needs.
What Is Hospice Care Like in Tappahannock?
Hospice care in Tappahannock focuses on keeping the patient comfortable at home. It is not about a building. It is about a team coming to your house to provide help. Hospice of Virginia manages this care with a large staff of forty-eight registered nurses and seven licensed practical nurses. They also have nine physicians on the team. This is a high number of experts for one agency. The staff works with families to manage symptoms like pain or stress. They also use one hundred seventy-six volunteers to provide extra support. These volunteers can sit with a patient or help with small errands. The team makes sure someone is always on call for urgent questions. You get a group of people who know how to manage serious illness. They aim to make each day as peaceful as possible. That is the main goal for everyone involved in this type of care.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right hospice is a big step for your family. You should feel free to ask questions until you have clear answers. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. You should also ask how the team manages pain and other difficult symptoms for their patients. Ask about the role of the volunteers and how they can help your specific situation. Find out how the hospice communicates with your regular doctor about your care plan. Ask them to explain the difference between their services and other types of home health care. You deserve to understand exactly who will be coming into your home. Take your time to get the information you need. A good provider will be happy to explain their process. Do not feel rushed when you are making this choice.
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