DELAWARE HOSPICE - NORTH DIVISION
Provider Information
- Address
- 630 CHURCHMANS ROAD SUITE 200
NEWARK, DE 19702 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- January 30, 1984
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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) | 23 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 3 |
| Physicians | 2 |
49
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 DELAWARE HOSPICE - NORTH DIVISION reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Both provided directly and arranged with other facilities
- 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 2018.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how DELAWARE HOSPICE - NORTH DIVISION compares to hospices nationwide.
13.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 62nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
84
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 day13.4 min
Ranks better than about 62% 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 weekends10.4%
Ranks better than about 72% 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 life94.2%
Ranks better than about 55% 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 visits66.1%
Ranks better than about 31% 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 care5.4%
Ranks better than about 57% 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 months37%
Ranks better than about 49% 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 care1.1%
Ranks better than about 80% 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 hospice1.1%
Ranks better than about 49% 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)92nd 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$16,050 · 39th 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 64.7% 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 life64.7%
- 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.
- Cancer43%
- Dementia17%
- Heart and circulatory disease12%
- Lung and respiratory disease7%
- Stroke11%
- Other conditions11%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Delaware Hospice - North Division
Delaware Hospice - North Division serves families in Newark and the surrounding New Castle County area. This provider offers specialized end of life care services to support patients and their loved ones. They have been certified by Medicare since 1984. Their long history shows a steady commitment to serving the local community. This organization operates as a non profit entity. That matters because their goals focus on patient needs rather than profit margins. They work to provide comfort when it is needed most. Choosing a local provider allows for faster response times and better coordination with nearby doctors. Families often find peace of mind when working with a team that has deep roots in their own backyard.
About Delaware Hospice - North Division
This hospice provider functions as a freestanding facility in Newark. They have maintained Medicare certification for over four decades. Being a non profit organization means they reinvest their resources back into the care they provide to patients. You should know that their care teams include 23 registered nurses and 3 licensed practical nurses. They also have 2 physicians on staff to oversee medical plans. This level of staffing ensures that medical needs are handled by trained experts. Quality of care is a priority here. Their recent marks reflect strong performance across clinical metrics and patient feedback surveys. These measures track how well the team manages pain and how they communicate with family members. A history of certification since 1984 shows they have met federal standards for a very long time. This gives families a clear picture of their stable operational standards and professional conduct.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Newark?
Hospice care in Newark focuses on comfort and dignity for patients facing serious illness. The team at Delaware Hospice - North Division includes 49 total employees who work to meet these goals. They provide care in homes and other settings. Nurses and physicians visit regularly to adjust medications and check on symptoms. This keeps the patient comfortable in their own environment. It is a team effort. Social workers and aides often join the nurses to help with daily tasks or emotional support. The staff coordinates with primary doctors to ensure everyone is on the same page. This prevents gaps in care. You can expect the team to respond to changes in the patient condition quickly. That is how they maintain such high quality standards. They aim to make the final months and weeks as peaceful as possible for everyone involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have choices when selecting a hospice team. It is smart to ask questions before making a decision. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to the home if a problem arises at night or on a weekend. Response time is a big factor for comfort. Second, ask how the team will communicate changes in the care plan to your family. You need to stay informed. Third, ask about the specific roles of the staff members who will visit most often. Knowing who to call for different issues helps reduce stress. Finally, ask if they have experience with the specific condition your loved one faces. Every family situation is unique. Getting clear answers helps you feel more confident in the care your loved one will receive during this time.
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