Nursing Homes, Home Health & Hospice in ZIP 17872 (Shamokin, PA)
In Shamokin, PA, ZIP 17872 has 2 Medicare-certified providers on record (1 home health agencies, 1 hospice). Compare ratings, inspections, fines, and staffing below. The average CMS overall rating among rated providers here is 3.0 out of 5.
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Data profile for ZIP 17872
Using CMS data, we can profile the 2 providers with a mailing address in ZIP 17872: 1 (50%) carries a published overall star rating. Recorded ownership divides as 2 non-profit. In this ZIP, the top published overall rating is 3.0 out of 5 at VNA HEALTH SYSTEM (non-profit).
| Providers on record | 2 |
|---|---|
| With a published overall rating | 1 of 2 (50%) |
| Average overall rating | 3.0 / 5 |
| Highest-rated provider | VNA HEALTH SYSTEM (3.0 / 5) |
| Ownership mix | 2 non-profit |
| Certified beds (total) | Not reported |
| Providers with a federal penalty | 0 |
Care types in ZIP 17872
| Care type | Providers | Directory |
|---|---|---|
| Home Health Agencies | 1 | View ZIP directory |
| Hospice | 1 | View ZIP directory |
Medicare-certified providers in ZIP 17872
What to weigh in ZIP 17872
Think of ratings as a beginning, not a final word. Look at the inspection findings, staffing levels, and quality measures that sit behind each score, and verify that the services you actually need are available.
When you are choosing for yourself or someone you care for in ZIP 17872, Shamokin, PA, tour in person if you can, ask whether space is currently available, and confirm Medicare and Medicaid participation. Also ask how the provider manages care planning, keeps families informed, and handles concerns that arise after hours.
CMS measures by provider
| Provider | Care type | Overall | Ownership | Certified beds | Penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CROSSINGS HOSPICE | Hospice | Not rated | non-profit | — | 0 |
| VNA HEALTH SYSTEM | Home Health Agency | 3.0 | non-profit | — | 0 |
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This page draws on the CMS Provider Data Catalog public dataset, processing date 2026-10-06. See the methodology page for normalization details. This page is informational only and is not medical advice.
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