HAVEN HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 4200 NW 90TH BLVD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32606 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- November 7, 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 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) | 90 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 30 |
| Physicians | 13 |
| Volunteers | 47 |
238
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 HAVEN HOSPICE 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
- Supplied directly by this hospice
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 HAVEN HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
11.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 45th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
666
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 day11.8 min
Ranks better than about 45% 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 weekends10.6%
Ranks better than about 73% 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 life94.6%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 care13.8%
Ranks better than about 11% 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 months25.3%
Ranks better than about 79% 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 care3.5%
Ranks better than about 70% 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 hospice0.8%
Ranks better than about 53% 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)98th 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$12,339 · 20th 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 50.1% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.2%
- Pain assessment99.3%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.6%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.6%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.9%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.5%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99.1%
- Visits in the last days of life50.1%
- All care steps completed97.3%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer25%
- Dementia16%
- Heart and circulatory disease17%
- Lung and respiratory disease14%
- Stroke10%
- Other conditions19%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Haven Hospice
Haven Hospice serves families in Gainesville, Florida. They offer end-of-life care for those in the Alachua county area. This provider holds accreditation from CHAP, which shows they meet high standards for safety and care. They have been certified by Medicare since 1984. This experience gives them a long history of serving the local community. Choosing a hospice is a big step for any family. You want to pick a team that has proven their quality over time. Haven Hospice is a freestanding provider that operates as a non-profit organization. They focus on meeting the needs of patients throughout their final months. Their team works hard to provide comfort and support during this season of life.
About HAVEN HOSPICE
As a non-profit organization, Haven Hospice directs its resources toward patient care. They have held Medicare certification for four decades. That is a long time. Accreditation from CHAP is a major mark of quality for this provider. This group sends experts to check the hospice for safety and care standards. They look at how the team manages pain and how they treat patients. If a hospice passes these checks, it means they follow strict rules for safety. Families should know that this provider has a large staff to help them. They employ 238 people in total. This includes 90 registered nurses and 30 licensed practical nurses. They also have 13 doctors and 47 volunteers on their team. These people work together to ensure that patients get the care they need every single day.
Quality Summary
What Is Hospice Care Like in GAINESVILLE?
Hospice care in Gainesville focuses on comfort for patients and their families. Many providers in Alachua county offer visits at home or in facilities. Haven Hospice provides care through a large team of experts. They have a deep bench of medical staff. This includes nearly a hundred nurses who can visit patients. They also rely on a group of volunteers to help with daily needs. Having doctors on staff means medical changes get addressed quickly. The goal is to keep the patient calm and pain-free. Most people receive this care where they live. Some choose to stay in a special hospice house instead. It depends on what the family needs at that time. You should ask about the specific services available in your own neighborhood. The team will talk with you about your options when they first meet your family to discuss the care plan.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Talking to a hospice team can feel hard. But asking questions helps you make the right choice. Start by asking how many nurses will visit each week. You need to know who will be there at night or on the weekends. Ask how the team handles sudden pain or other urgent symptoms. It is also good to ask about the role of volunteers in the care plan. Ask if they have experience with the specific illness your loved one faces. You should also ask how they communicate with the family doctor. Clear communication makes a big difference for everyone involved. Take notes when you talk to them. This helps you compare your options later. Do not be afraid to ask for more details if an answer is not clear to you. You deserve to feel confident in the care your loved one receives.
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