ST LUKE'S HOME CARE / HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 3330 E LOUISE DR, STE 400
MERIDIAN, ID 83642 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 19, 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) | 6 |
| Physicians | 1 |
16
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 ST LUKE'S HOME CARE / HOSPICE 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
- Supplied directly by this hospice
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 2005.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ST LUKE'S HOME CARE / HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
19 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 93rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
83
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 day19 min
Ranks better than about 93% 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 weekends12.7%
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 life97.1%
Ranks better than about 80% 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 visits27.5%
Ranks better than about 82% 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 care7.6%
Ranks better than about 42% 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 months12.7%
Ranks better than about 94% 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 care0.6%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 hospice2.5%
Ranks better than about 31% 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)67th 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$7,803 · 5th 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 71.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.5%
- Pain assessment99.4%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.8%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life71.7%
- 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.
- Cancer43%
- Dementia9%
- Heart and circulatory disease14%
- Lung and respiratory disease6%
- Stroke5%
- Other conditions24%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
St. Luke's Home Care / Hospice in Meridian
St. Luke's Home Care / Hospice serves families throughout Meridian, Idaho. They provide specialized end-of-life care focused on comfort and dignity. Their team works right in your community to ensure patients get the support they need at home. Hospice is not just about medical care. It is about living each day to the fullest with the people you love most. The team helps manage pain and offers emotional support for the whole family. That is the core of their mission. They believe in treating the person, not just the illness. This local team understands the unique needs of families in Ada County. They bring professional care directly to your doorstep. You can trust them to be there when it matters most.
About St. Luke's Home Care / Hospice
St. Luke's operates as a non-profit organization. This means they put patient care before profits. They have been Medicare certified since May 19, 1986. That is nearly four decades of service to the community. Most people find comfort in that long history of experience. Being non-profit often allows a provider to focus more on community needs and less on the bottom line. You should know that they meet strict federal standards set by Medicare. They keep their records updated and follow clear rules for safety. Here is the thing: choosing a long-standing provider can give you peace of mind during a hard time. You are not just picking a service. You are choosing a partner for a very personal journey. Their history shows they have helped countless families navigate these final chapters with grace and care.
Top Quality Care
Understanding Hospice Care in Meridian
Hospice care in Idaho is designed to support the whole family unit. It is not a place you go, but a service that comes to you. Most care happens in your own home. Sometimes it happens in a nursing facility or a hospital. The goal is simple. They want to control pain and keep the patient comfortable. But they also offer grief counseling and social worker visits. Many people wait too long to ask for help. The truth is that hospice can provide support for months, not just days. You can use these services as soon as a doctor confirms a terminal illness. Do not feel like you have to do this alone. Local providers like St. Luke's have the tools to help you manage the physical and emotional shifts that come with terminal illness. It is a big change, but you have support.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Finding the right provider can feel overwhelming. Start by asking direct questions to get the clarity you need. First, ask how quickly their nurses can reach your home in an emergency. You want to know someone is available 24/7. Second, ask how they handle pain management and medication delivery. This is vital for your comfort. Third, ask how they involve the family in the care plan. You should always feel like part of the team. Finally, ask what kind of grief support they offer after the patient passes. It matters. These questions help you see if their values match your own. Take your time. Write these down before you call. You deserve to feel confident in the care your loved one receives. It is okay to speak up and ask for exactly what you need.
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