IN MY HOME HOSPICE CARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 1204 EAST BASELINE ROAD, SUITE 101
TEMPE, AZ 85283 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 17, 2021
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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 August 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) | 2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
3
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 IN MY HOME HOSPICE CARE 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
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how IN MY HOME HOSPICE CARE compares to hospices nationwide.
8.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 13th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
22
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 day8.7 min
Ranks better than about 13% 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 weekends4.1%
Ranks better than about 9% 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 life71.1%
Ranks better than about 8% 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 visits75.3%
Ranks better than about 19% 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 care4.1%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 months46.4%
Ranks better than about 25% 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 care7.2%
Ranks better than about 49% 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 hospice1%
Ranks better than about 50% 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$24,964 · 82nd 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 7 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 34.1% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment92.1%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life34.1%
- All care steps completed92.9%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia24%
- Heart and circulatory disease34%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
In My Home Hospice Care
In My Home Hospice Care serves families throughout Tempe, Arizona. This hospice agency provides end-of-life care for patients within Maricopa County. They have been certified by Medicare since April 2021. The agency holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group checks that medical providers meet high standards for patient safety and care. They operate as a freestanding hospice provider from their office on East Baseline Road.
About In My Home Hospice Care
This is a for-profit hospice agency. Being a for-profit provider means they operate under specific financial rules set by Medicare. The agency maintains accreditation through the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This third-party group reviews hospice operations to ensure they follow strict safety guidelines. Choosing an accredited provider shows that a third party verified their work. It means they go beyond the minimum requirements to reach higher benchmarks. Families should know that this agency is a small team. They employ two registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. This team focuses on direct care for their patients in the Tempe area. They do not currently list any volunteers on their staff. You can reach their office directly at their Tempe location to ask about their current capacity and specific service areas.
Quality Overview
What Is Hospice Care Like in Tempe?
Hospice care in Tempe focuses on comfort for patients and support for their loved ones. A team of experts comes to your home to manage pain and symptoms. This team includes nurses who monitor medical needs and provide daily support. At this agency, the staff includes two registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. These professionals work together to create a care plan that fits your family. They visit your home to check on the patient. They also answer questions about what to expect during the final stages of life. The goal is to keep the patient in a familiar setting. This helps reduce stress during a difficult time. You are not just getting medical help. You are getting a team that knows how to handle the physical and emotional changes that happen at home.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team is a big decision. You should feel comfortable with the people who will enter your home. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can arrive if a sudden problem happens at night. Ask how they coordinate with your current primary doctor. You should also ask about the specific training their staff has for managing complex pain. It is also good to ask how they support family members after a loss. Ask if they offer any grief counseling or support groups nearby. You want to know exactly how they handle after-hours calls. Do they have a nurse on call 24 hours every day? Make sure you understand the plan for emergencies. Clear answers will help you feel more confident in your choice for your loved one.
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