LIGHTHOUSE HOSPICE LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 2667 E GALA CT, SUITE 100
MERIDIAN, ID 83642 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- November 30, 2017
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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) | 2 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
4
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 LIGHTHOUSE HOSPICE LLC 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 2017.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how LIGHTHOUSE HOSPICE LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
13.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 67th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
28
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 day13.9 min
Ranks better than about 67% 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 weekends8.3%
Ranks better than about 54% 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 life97.4%
Ranks better than about 82% 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 visits58.9%
Ranks better than about 41% 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 care11.1%
Ranks better than about 20% 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 months22.2%
Ranks better than about 84% 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 care11.1%
Ranks better than about 30% 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$19,984 · 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 52.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment96.2%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life52.6%
- All care steps completed97.8%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia36%
- Heart and circulatory disease15%
- Stroke18%
- Other conditions14%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Compassionate Care in Meridian
Lighthouse Hospice LLC serves families throughout Meridian, Idaho, from their office on E Gala Court. They provide end-of-life care focused on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients. Choosing the right team during this time is a big decision for any family. Their local presence in Ada County means they are ready to help when you need them most. The team works hard to support both the patient and their loved ones through every step of the journey. That is their main goal every single day.
About LIGHTHOUSE HOSPICE LLC
Lighthouse Hospice LLC has been a Medicare-certified provider since November 30, 2017. As a for-profit organization, they follow strict federal rules to ensure they meet high standards of care. Being Medicare-certified means they have been vetted by government regulators to provide safe and effective hospice services. Families should know that this certification is a sign of a provider that follows national guidelines for medical and emotional support. They have been doing this work in the community for several years now. That experience matters when you are looking for steady, reliable care for someone you love. It is all about giving you peace of mind during a tough season.
Top Rated Care
Understanding Hospice Care in Meridian
Hospice is not a place you go to give up. It is a special way to care for people who are facing a serious illness. The main goal is to manage pain and help the patient live their final months with as much joy as possible. In Meridian, families have access to a network of providers who offer nurses, social workers, and aides. And the best part? Most of this care happens right in your own home. You do not have to move your loved one to a facility unless you want to. It is all about keeping them in a place that feels safe and familiar. That makes a world of difference for everyone involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel empowered to ask questions before you sign any paperwork. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if a crisis happens at night. You need to know that help is just a phone call away. Second, ask how they handle pain and other symptoms that might cause the patient trouble. Third, ask what kind of support they offer to family members who are grieving. A good hospice team will provide counselors or volunteers to help you process your feelings. And finally, ask how they coordinate with the patient's primary doctor. You want a team that works as one unit to keep everyone informed and comfortable. Never be afraid to ask these things.
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