ENHABIT HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 128 NORTH WASHINGTON
MAGNOLIA, AR 71753 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 20, 2005
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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) | 6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Volunteers | 3 |
17
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 ENHABIT 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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ENHABIT HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
12.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 56th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
35
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 day12.8 min
Ranks better than about 56% 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 weekends9.6%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 life95.1%
Ranks better than about 62% 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 visits35.8%
Ranks better than about 72% 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 care16.7%
Ranks better than about 6% 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 months33.3%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 care4.2%
Ranks better than about 66% 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)67th 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$19,023 · 56th 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 9 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 60.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life60.4%
- All care steps completed100%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer12%
- Dementia27%
- Heart and circulatory disease14%
- Lung and respiratory disease12%
- Stroke9%
- Other conditions26%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Providing Compassionate Care in Magnolia
Enhabit Hospice serves families throughout Magnolia, Arkansas and the surrounding Columbia County area. They focus on comfort and quality of life for patients facing a serious illness. Their team brings medical, emotional, and spiritual support directly to the place you call home. Choosing the right hospice is a big decision for any family. That is why having local options like this matters so much. They work to ensure patients remain comfortable in familiar surroundings. This team acts as a bridge between medical needs and personal dignity. It is about more than just medicine. It is about helping your loved one live each day with peace and support.
About ENHABIT HOSPICE
ENHABIT HOSPICE operates as a for-profit provider in Magnolia. They have been Medicare certified since April 20, 2005. That is nearly two decades of serving this community. Being certified means they meet strict standards set by the federal government. For families, this provides a clear benchmark for the care they can expect. They operate out of their office on North Washington Street. You can reach their team at (870) 901-0500 to discuss your specific situation. The thing is, hospice is not about giving up. It is about choosing a different kind of care that centers on the patient's wishes. They aim to manage pain and symptoms so families can focus on spending time together. You deserve to know that your chosen provider has a long history of meeting these federal requirements.
Quality Performance
Understanding Hospice Care in Magnolia
Hospice care in Columbia County is designed to surround the patient with a team of experts. This team typically includes nurses, aides, social workers, and chaplains. They all work together to address pain and emotional stress. In Magnolia, this means your loved one can receive high-quality care without needing to travel to a hospital. Most people do not realize that hospice can start earlier than they think. You do not have to wait for the very end of life to get help. Early support often leads to better comfort for the patient and more peace for the family. The goal is to provide a safety net of support. This allows you to focus on being a son, daughter, or spouse instead of being a full-time caregiver. It changes the focus from curing to caring.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team is a personal process. You should feel comfortable asking tough questions during your first meeting. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if a crisis happens at night. You need to know that someone is available 24/7. Second, ask how they handle pain management and medication changes. You want a team that responds fast when discomfort increases. Third, ask how they support the family after the patient passes. Grief support is a vital part of the hospice benefit. And finally, ask if they have experience with your loved one’s specific health condition. Every provider has different strengths. Trust your gut feeling during these talks. If a provider cannot answer these clearly, keep looking until you find one that listens to your concerns.
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