ENHABIT HOSPICE OF IDAHO
Provider Information
- Address
- 435 S WHITLEY DR
FRUITLAND, ID 83619 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- July 17, 2002
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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 |
| Physicians | 3 |
| Volunteers | 12 |
41
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 ENHABIT HOSPICE OF IDAHO reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
An older Medicare record for this hospice lists short-term inpatient care as “not provided.” That code may be out of date. Medicare requires certified hospices to make inpatient care available for symptom management and caregiver respite. Ask this hospice how it arranges a bed if symptoms become hard to manage at home.
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Brought in through an outside supplier
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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ENHABIT HOSPICE OF IDAHO compares to hospices nationwide.
16.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 86th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
16
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 day16.7 min
Ranks better than about 86% 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 weekends7.2%
Ranks better than about 41% 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 life97%
Ranks better than about 79% 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 visits30.4%
Ranks better than about 78% 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 care2.9%
Ranks better than about 74% 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 months25.7%
Ranks better than about 78% 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 care5.7%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 hospice2.9%
Ranks better than about 26% 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$10,855 · 14th 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 64.1% 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 life64.1%
- 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.
- Cancer16%
- Dementia39%
- Heart and circulatory disease19%
- Other conditions19%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
ENHABIT HOSPICE OF IDAHO Overview
ENHABIT HOSPICE OF IDAHO provides end-of-life care for patients and their loved ones in Fruitland, Idaho. They operate out of their office on South Whitley Drive in Payette County. The team focuses on comfort and support when a cure is no longer the goal. Choosing the right hospice is a heavy decision, but having local support makes a world of difference. They serve the surrounding community with a goal of easing pain and improving quality of life. This provider has been part of the Medicare program since 2002. That is over two decades of serving Idaho families. When you choose a provider with this much history, you get a team that knows the local area well. They aim to keep patients comfortable at home where they feel most at peace. It is about dignity and grace during a very difficult time for everyone involved.
About ENHABIT HOSPICE OF IDAHO
ENHABIT HOSPICE OF IDAHO is a for-profit organization. Some families wonder if that changes the care quality, but the truth is that all Medicare-certified hospices must follow strict federal rules. These rules ensure every patient gets the same basic level of support. Since they joined the Medicare program in July 2002, they have met federal standards for care. What this means for you is that they have passed regular inspections to keep their certification active. The thing is, hospice is not just about medicine. It is about the human touch. You should look for a team that listens to your specific needs. They should explain how they handle pain and how they support the family unit. Ask them how they handle nights and weekends, too. You need to know that help is just a phone call away when an emergency happens at home.
High Quality Standards
Understanding Hospice Care in FRUITLAND
Finding the right care in a smaller town like Fruitland can feel like a big task. You want a provider that knows the local doctors and can get supplies to your house quickly. Hospice care is a team effort. It includes nurses, aides, and social workers who visit you regularly. They work together to manage symptoms like pain or trouble breathing. But here is the secret: they also support the family's emotional needs. They help you process the grief that comes with a terminal illness. Most people think hospice is only for the final days, but you can actually start care much sooner. If a doctor says a patient has a life expectancy of six months or less, they can start hospice. Starting early allows the team to build a real relationship with the patient. It makes the transition much smoother for everyone in the home.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
It is normal to feel overwhelmed when interviewing hospice teams. Take a deep breath and keep your questions simple. First, ask: "How quickly can a nurse get to my home if we have an urgent problem at 2:00 AM?" You need to know they are available around the clock. Second, ask: "What does your team do to help with my loved one's specific pain?" Every patient is different, and the plan should be just as unique. Third, ask: "How do you support the family after the patient passes away?" Most hospices offer grief counseling for at least a year. Finally, ask about their experience with your specific diagnosis. Some providers are better at handling certain conditions than others. Trust your gut feeling during these talks. If the person answering the phone sounds kind and patient, that is a very good sign for the care you will receive.
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