ADVENTHEALTH HOSPICE CARE EAST FLORIDA
Provider Information
- Address
- 770 W GRANADA BLVD STE 304
ORMOND BEACH, FL 32174 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 6, 1996
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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) | 45 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 7 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 47 |
87
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 ADVENTHEALTH HOSPICE CARE EAST FLORIDA reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Provided directly by this hospice
- 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 ADVENTHEALTH HOSPICE CARE EAST FLORIDA compares to hospices nationwide.
14.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 74th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
101
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 day14.7 min
Ranks better than about 74% 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 weekends13.5%
Ranks better than about 85% 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 life98.2%
Ranks better than about 87% 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 visits48%
Ranks better than about 56% 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 care11.7%
Ranks better than about 18% 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 months28.3%
Ranks better than about 73% 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 care9.7%
Ranks better than about 37% 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$4,917 · 1st 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 54.3% 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 life54.3%
- 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.
- Cancer25%
- Dementia4%
- Heart and circulatory disease15%
- Lung and respiratory disease25%
- Stroke12%
- Other conditions20%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
ADVENTHEALTH HOSPICE CARE EAST FLORIDA
AdventHealth Hospice Care East Florida serves families in Ormond Beach and the surrounding Volusia County area. As a non-profit provider, they offer end-of-life care options designed to support patients and their loved ones. They hold accreditation from the Joint Commission. This status confirms they meet specific national standards for safety and care quality. Their team remains focused on providing consistent support for those in their community during difficult transitions. They have served the area since 1996.
About ADVENTHEALTH HOSPICE CARE EAST FLORIDA
This provider operates as a non-profit organization. Non-profit status means the agency reinvests revenue back into their services and staffing. They are also structured as a hospital-based provider. The Joint Commission accreditation serves as a badge of quality. This group checks providers to ensure they follow strict rules for patient safety. It matters because it shows an external group verified their daily practices. Families should know that this provider has maintained Medicare certification for many years. That is a long history of serving the local region. They manage a team of 87 total employees. This includes 45 registered nurses and 7 licensed practical nurses. They also rely on 47 volunteers to help families. Their clinical team includes one physician to oversee medical needs. Having a large team often allows for more frequent visits and better support for the patient's daily comfort.
Quality Performance Summary
What Is Hospice Care Like in ORMOND BEACH?
Hospice care in Volusia County focuses on comfort rather than a cure. It brings medical experts directly to your home or a care facility. The goal is to manage pain and improve the quality of each day. AdventHealth Hospice Care East Florida uses a team approach for this work. They rely on 45 registered nurses and a group of volunteers to assist patients. These staff members work together to address physical symptoms and emotional needs. They coordinate care to ensure that families have the resources they need for daily support. Most care happens where the patient lives. This allows families to stay together in a familiar setting. The team visits as needed to adjust medicine or offer guidance. It is about keeping the patient comfortable and keeping the family informed at every step of the process.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Selecting a hospice provider is a big decision for any family. You should gather facts before you sign any paperwork. Start by asking how often a nurse will visit the home. You should also ask how the team handles pain management after normal business hours. It is helpful to know who to call if a crisis happens at night. Ask about the role of volunteers and what specific tasks they perform for the patient. Finally, ask how they communicate with the patient's primary doctor. You need to be sure everyone is on the same page. Getting clear answers helps you feel more confident in your choice. Take your time to get the information you need. You have the right to understand the services offered to your loved one.
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