PATHWELL HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 118 CREEKSIDE LANE
WINCHESTER, VA 22602 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 3, 2020
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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) | 1 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
1
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 PATHWELL HOME HEALTH & 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
- 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how PATHWELL HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
12.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 53rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
5
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 day12.5 min
Ranks better than about 53% 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 weekends4.2%
Ranks better than about 10% 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 life86.4%
Ranks better than about 22% 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 visits39.3%
Ranks better than about 68% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 months53.8%
Ranks better than about 13% 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 care7.7%
Ranks better than about 47% 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$17,997 · 50th 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.
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Pathwell Home Health & Hospice
Pathwell Home Health & Hospice provides medical support to people in Winchester, Virginia. This provider operates as a freestanding hospice agency. They earned their Medicare certification in April of 2020. The agency holds accreditation from the Community Health Accreditation Partner, known as CHAP. Accreditation means an outside group checked their work against high standards. Choosing an accredited provider helps families feel sure about the quality of care their loved ones will receive at home.
Understanding Their Services
This agency operates as a for-profit organization. The team includes one registered nurse who leads the care efforts for patients. Because they are a smaller team, they focus their energy on direct patient needs. CHAP accredits this agency to ensure they follow strict safety rules. This process matters because it shows a commitment to better health outcomes for your family. The agency has maintained its certification for several years now. They work hard to meet the needs of those they serve in the Winchester area.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Winchester?
Hospice care in Winchester focuses on comfort and relief from pain. The goal is to keep patients in their own homes whenever possible. This provider uses a small staff to manage daily tasks. They have one registered nurse on the team to oversee medical needs. They do not currently use volunteers in their care model. Families should talk with the agency to learn how they manage visits and emergency support. Hospice care usually involves a team approach to help with physical and emotional comfort. You can ask them how they coordinate with local doctors to ensure your loved one gets the right care at the right time.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
- How does your team handle pain management during the night or on weekends?
- Can you explain how the registered nurse coordinates with my primary doctor?
- What specific services do you provide to support family members during this time?
- How quickly can a staff member reach my home if an urgent need arises?
Asking these questions helps you compare your options. You deserve clear answers about how the agency will support your family. Write down their responses so you can review them later with your loved ones. Take your time with this process. It is okay to ask for more details if a response is not clear.
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