ADVANCED HOME CARE AND HOSPICE OF COEUR D'ALENE
Provider Information
- Address
- 1450 NORTHWEST BLVD STE 103
COEUR D'ALENE, ID 83814 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- February 13, 2019
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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) | 1 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
2
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 ADVANCED HOME CARE AND HOSPICE OF COEUR D'ALENE 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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ADVANCED HOME CARE AND HOSPICE OF COEUR D'ALENE compares to hospices nationwide.
10.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 31st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
41
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 day10.6 min
Ranks better than about 31% 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 weekends3.2%
Ranks better than about 5% 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 life91.5%
Ranks better than about 38% 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 visits26.4%
Ranks better than about 83% 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 care9.5%
Ranks better than about 29% 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 months19%
Ranks better than about 89% 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 care4.8%
Ranks better than about 63% 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)52nd 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$20,004 · 61st 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 57.2% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening96.9%
- Pain assessment97.4%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed97.9%
- Visits in the last days of life57.2%
- All care steps completed92.7%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia47%
- Heart and circulatory disease23%
- Lung and respiratory disease9%
- Other conditions12%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Advanced Home Care and Hospice of Coeur D'Alene
This hospice provider serves families in Coeur D'Alene, Idaho. They focus on end of life care for patients in the Kootenai County area. The agency is Medicare certified and holds accreditation from CHAP. This means they meet high national standards for health and safety. Choosing a local provider often helps with faster response times for your family. They operate as a freestanding hospice agency from their office on Northwest Boulevard. Their team works to meet the needs of those facing a life limiting illness. They have been active in the Medicare program since early 2019. Families often look for this level of certification when they start their search for care. It shows a commitment to basic rules set by the government. This agency offers a clear option for residents in northern Idaho who need support during a difficult time.
About Advanced Home Care and Hospice of Coeur D'Alene
This is a for profit hospice agency. It has been Medicare certified for several years. The agency holds accreditation from CHAP. That stands for the Community Health Accreditation Partner. They are an independent group that checks how well a hospice follows rules. They look at patient safety and how the agency runs its daily business. This accreditation is a strong sign of quality. It shows the agency goes beyond basic state rules to seek outside approval. You should know that for profit agencies follow the same Medicare laws as non profit ones. The main difference is how they handle their money and business structure. This agency keeps a small staff to handle their operations. They have one registered nurse on their team. They do not currently use volunteers. You can ask their staff about how these numbers affect the care they provide for your loved one.
High Quality Standards
What Is Hospice Care Like in Coeur D'Alene?
Hospice care in this part of Idaho focuses on comfort and pain relief. It is for people who have a terminal illness and choose to stop curative treatments. The goal is to improve quality of life for the patient. Nurses and other staff members visit the home to provide support. They help manage symptoms like pain or trouble breathing. This agency is a freestanding hospice. That means they specialize only in hospice care rather than being part of a larger hospital system. They currently have one registered nurse on staff. They have two total employees and zero volunteers. This is a small team. You might want to ask how they handle after hours calls. Most families want to know who will answer the phone at night. Getting answers to these questions helps you feel more prepared for the care your family member will receive.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team is a big decision. You should feel comfortable with the people who enter your home. Here are a few things to ask during your first meeting. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your house in an emergency. You need to know if they have staff available at night or on weekends. Second, ask what services they provide for the family. Do they offer grief support or help with daily tasks? Third, ask how they handle pain management for their patients. You want a team that responds fast to changes in condition. Finally, ask about their experience with your specific health needs. Every family situation is unique. Take the time to talk with the staff about your specific goals for care. A good provider will answer your questions with patience and clear information so you can make a choice that feels right for you.
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