ACCENTCARE HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE OF WASHINGTON
Provider Information
- Address
- 800 MAINE AVE SW
WASHINGTON, DC 20024 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- October 13, 2023
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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 |
| Physicians | 1 |
11
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 ACCENTCARE HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE OF WASHINGTON 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 2023.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ACCENTCARE HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE OF WASHINGTON compares to hospices nationwide.
16.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 84th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
12
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 day16.4 min
Ranks better than about 84% 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 weekends16.6%
Ranks better than about 90% 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 life91%
Ranks better than about 35% 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 visits66.7%
Ranks better than about 30% 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 months5.6%
Ranks better than about 97% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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)100th 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$7,238 · 3rd 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 8 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 91.5% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening97.4%
- Pain assessment96.6%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.5%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.5%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed97.7%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99.6%
- All care steps completed91.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer35%
- Dementia19%
- Heart and circulatory disease16%
- Stroke12%
- Other conditions14%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About AccentCare Hospice & Palliative Care of Washington
AccentCare Hospice & Palliative Care of Washington provides end of life support to residents in the District of Columbia. This provider operates as a freestanding hospice located on Maine Avenue Southwest. They received their Medicare certification in October of 2023. This agency holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. Accreditation shows that an outside group checked their work against high standards. It is a sign of quality for families in Washington.
Understanding Their Services
This agency operates as a for-profit provider. They have been active in the Medicare system since late 2023. The Accreditation Commission for Health Care reviews the agency to ensure they follow safe practices. This means they meet strict rules for patient care and safety. A small team runs this location. They have eleven total employees on staff. This includes six registered nurses and one physician. That is a lean team. They focus on giving direct care to patients in the local area. Families should know that these teams work with doctors to manage symptoms and pain.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Washington?
Hospice care in the District focuses on comfort for people with serious illness. Teams help patients stay in their own homes whenever possible. They manage pain and provide emotional support for the whole family. This specific provider has a team of six registered nurses and one doctor. Having a doctor on staff helps coordinate medical needs quickly. Nurses visit homes to check on patients and adjust care plans as symptoms change. They work together to keep the patient comfortable. The goal is to improve quality of life every single day. Most families find that having a professional team nearby makes a hard time easier to manage.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Selecting a hospice provider is a big decision for any family. You should feel comfortable with the people who will enter your home. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can arrive if an emergency happens at night. Ask how they manage pain and if they have a doctor available for consults. You might also ask how they support family members during the grieving process. It is useful to know how many patients each nurse sees in a week. Lower numbers often mean more time for your loved one. Ask about their plan for after hours calls. You deserve clear answers to every question you have.
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