HOSPICE OF NORTH IDAHO
Provider Information
- Address
- 2290 W PRAIRIE AVE
COEUR D ALENE, ID 83815 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 23, 1986
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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) | 14 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
38
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 HOSPICE OF NORTH IDAHO 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 2011.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HOSPICE OF NORTH IDAHO compares to hospices nationwide.
14.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 73rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
116
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 day14.6 min
Ranks better than about 73% 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 weekends12.5%
Ranks better than about 82% 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 life95.9%
Ranks better than about 69% 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 visits70.3%
Ranks better than about 25% 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 care9.1%
Ranks better than about 32% 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 months34.1%
Ranks better than about 57% 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 care1.8%
Ranks better than about 78% 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)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$9,980 · 10th 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 51% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.8%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.8%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.8%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.9%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.6%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life51%
- All care steps completed99.1%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer34%
- Dementia7%
- Heart and circulatory disease18%
- Lung and respiratory disease7%
- Stroke17%
- Other conditions19%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice of North Idaho
Hospice of North Idaho serves families in Coeur d'Alene and the surrounding Kootenai County area. This team provides comfort-focused care for patients who have a life-limiting illness. They focus on pain management and emotional support for both the patient and their loved ones. The goal is to improve quality of life during a very difficult time. By choosing a local provider like this, you get support from professionals who understand the community. They work hard to ensure that every patient feels safe and cared for at home. If you live in the area, this team offers a way to keep your loved one comfortable and close to home. That is a real comfort for many people. Their approach centers on the person, not just the medical charts.
About Hospice of North Idaho
Hospice of North Idaho operates as a non-profit organization. This means they put their resources directly back into patient care and community support. They have been Medicare certified since May 23, 1986. That is nearly four decades of experience serving Idaho families. What most people do not realize is that non-profit status can often change how a hospice approaches its daily mission. They are held to high standards by federal regulators. You can trust that they have been tested over many years of service. Choosing a long-standing, non-profit provider gives many families peace of mind. It shows a deep commitment to the region. They are not just here for a season; they have been part of the local healthcare landscape for a long time. You are working with a group that has deep roots here.
Quality Performance
Understanding Hospice Care in Coeur d'Alene
Finding the right care in Coeur d'Alene starts with knowing what options exist. Hospice is not a place you go to die. It is a service that comes to you. The team brings medicine, equipment, and emotional help right to your front door. Whether your loved one is at home or in a facility, this support makes a world of difference. The thing is, most families wait too long to call. They worry that starting hospice means giving up hope. But the truth is, hospice adds life to your days. It removes the stress of managing complex medical tasks on your own. You get a nurse, an aide, and a social worker on your side. That kind of help changes everything. It allows you to spend time being a family again rather than a caregiver.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team is a big decision. You should feel comfortable asking tough questions. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. You need to know that someone is always available. Second, ask how they handle pain and symptom management. You want a team that is proactive, not just reactive. Third, ask what kind of support they offer to the family after a loss. Grief is hard, and you should not have to walk that path alone. Finally, ask if they have volunteers who can sit with your loved one for a few hours. This gives you a much-needed break to run errands or rest. Never feel bad about asking for these details. You are their advocate, and you deserve clear answers right now.
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