Torchinsky Hebrew Funeral Home
254 Carroll St NW, Washington, DC, 20012
License #fe9361
Questions to Ask When You Call
You're not expected to know this. These questions help you compare and avoid surprises.
“Can I see your General Price List?”
Federal law (FTC Funeral Rule) requires them to give you itemized pricing. You have every right to ask.
“Do you accept insurance assignment?”
Ask whether assignment is available for your policy and location, what fees apply, and what you must pay upfront. MedaSynq does not arrange assignments.
“What's included vs. what's extra?”
Packages may not include everything. Ask about the casket, embalming, transportation, facility fees, and death certificate copies.
Know Your Rights
Under the FTC Funeral Rule, funeral homes must give price information by telephone and a written General Price List when you visit in person. Federal law does not require them to send the list by mail or email. You can select individual goods and services and use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in District of Columbia
$3,493 – $10,987
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Help filing a known life insurance claim
Funerals in this area run $3,493–$10,987. If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. The insurer decides whether to pay. There is no upfront fee; separate service terms apply.
What Families Say
“My husband passed over a month ago. Joyce Torchinsky and her staff did an outstanding job of handling all arrangements to include cremation, obituary, memorial service , prayer cards etc. Ms. Torchinsky treated my sons and me like family. She was able to explain everything and to walk us through the many decisions. I knew my husband was in good hands which really was a relief in such a trying time. I can’t say enough about the quality of service and the extensive knowledge that Ms. Torchinsky displayed from the day she took over through his memorial service. Job well done.”
— Christina F.
“Torchinsky was a great funeral home to work with. They were on the ball and know how to respect the Jewish customs especially in regards to expediting a funeral service. I highly recommend this funeral home. There were instances when they had items completed before I even had to ask about it.”
— Eric Bishop
“Before I retired, I had many opportunities to officiate at funerals arranged by Joyce Torchinsky and her staff. Without exception I've found her to be professional, personable and compassionate and ready to provide anything that I needed to better serve the mourners.”
— Howard Gorin
We can help with what comes next.
If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. No upfront fee; the service fee and terms are disclosed before you enroll.
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