305 Rivanna Plaza Dr Suite 102, Charlottesville, VA, 22901
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.
Average in Virginia
$2,495 – $7,848
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $2,495–$7,848. 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.
“The experience with CVS was highly exceptional and professional. Yvonne and Heather were the most beautiful souls any one could ever have to work with during this difficult time of my husband's passing. They both were very caring and compassionate during the entire process. I would highly recommend anyone who's looking to have there love one's taking care of through cremation, trust them in the hands of the CVS. Once again I'm truly blessed 🙌🏽 for Yvonne and Heather guiding me along the way in this difficult time. Blessings to them both.”
— Nina
“Eternally grateful to a friend who referred me to CMA. I hadn’t spoken to them before my husband passed, my brain was in a fog and I didn’t know anything. Yvonne and Heather took their time explaining procedures and costs to me and they even suggested calling later in case I didn’t understand due to the grief fog. Kindness, compassion and empathy were all I felt from the staff in the Charlottesville, VA office of CMA. Because of my experience with them I will be pre planning my cremation. I have also referred them to a friend whose husband is in hospice. Highly recommend them”
— Jane Schwalm
“Evan was very accommodating, offering to meet us at our home so we could avoid having to venture out in our winter weather. He was knowledgeable, patient, and pleasant—answering all of our questions—and efficiently guiding our way through the paperwork.”
— David RuthHOA
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.
Are you Cremation Society of Virginia?
Claim and verify your free listing to show your services and pricing and receive family requests. Optional services have separate terms.
Claim your free listing“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.