HORIZON HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 63 W WILLOWBROOK DR
MERIDIAN, ID 83642 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 8, 1995
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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) | 16 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 4 |
| Volunteers | 3 |
54
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 HORIZON HOSPICE 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 That code may be out of date.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 2014.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HORIZON HOSPICE 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.
123
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 weekends5.8%
Ranks better than about 24% 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 life93.7%
Ranks better than about 51% 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 visits28.8%
Ranks better than about 80% 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 care5.9%
Ranks better than about 53% 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 months26.7%
Ranks better than about 77% 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 care5.2%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 hospice1.5%
Ranks better than about 44% 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$13,784 · 27th 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 45.9% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.4%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life45.9%
- All care steps completed99.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer27%
- Dementia16%
- Heart and circulatory disease21%
- Lung and respiratory disease12%
- Stroke8%
- Other conditions20%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Care and Comfort in Meridian
Horizon Hospice provides end-of-life care for families in Meridian, Idaho. Their team works out of their office on Willowbrook Drive to support patients in the Ada County area. They focus on comfort, dignity, and quality of life during a very difficult time. Choosing the right care team is a big decision for any family. That is why having local options you can trust matters so much. They have been serving the community for many years, offering support when families need it most. It is all about helping you focus on the time you have left together. You deserve a team that listens and acts with true kindness every single day.
About HORIZON HOSPICE
Horizon Hospice is a for-profit provider that has been Medicare certified since May 1995. That is nearly three decades of experience serving Idaho families. Being Medicare certified means they meet strict federal standards for safety and care. You should know that for-profit status does not change their commitment to high quality. They have earned a perfect 5/5 overall rating from Medicare. That is a big deal in the world of hospice care. Families often feel better knowing their provider has been reviewed by government experts. The thing is, numbers only tell part of the story. You should also consider how the team makes your loved one feel. They have a strong record of care that has lasted for generations in this part of the state.
Understanding Hospice Care in Meridian
Hospice is about more than just medicine. It is a support system for the whole family. In Meridian, you have access to teams that provide nursing, emotional support, and spiritual guidance. Most people think hospice is just for the final days. But that is not true. It is actually designed to help for months, not just hours. The goal is to manage pain so your loved one can stay comfortable at home. You can spend your energy on love instead of chores or medical stress. And the best part? These services are usually covered by your Medicare benefit. It is a resource created to help you navigate this path with less worry. You are not meant to do this alone.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a provider feels like a heavy task. But asking the right questions makes it clearer. Start by asking how quickly they can arrive if you have an emergency at night. Speed matters when someone is in pain. You should also ask how they help the family cope with grief. Some providers offer extra counseling that can be a real lifeline. Ask about their staff turnover, too. It is better to have a steady team that gets to know your loved one well. Here is a simple list to start with: How many nurses will be assigned to us? Do you offer visits on weekends? How do you handle medicine changes after hours? These answers will show you if they are the right fit for your specific needs.
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