FAMILY HOSPICE OF BELLEVILLE AREA
Provider Information
- Address
- 5110 WEST MAIN STREET
BELLEVILLE, IL 62226 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 1, 1991
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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) | 10 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Physicians | 0 |
27
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 FAMILY HOSPICE OF BELLEVILLE AREA 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
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how FAMILY HOSPICE OF BELLEVILLE AREA compares to hospices nationwide.
20.1 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 95th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
44
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 day20.1 min
Ranks better than about 95% 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 weekends5.6%
Ranks better than about 21% 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 life96.5%
Ranks better than about 75% 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 visits17.5%
Ranks better than about 90% 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 months42.9%
Ranks better than about 33% 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 care28.6%
Ranks better than about 1% 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)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$15,471 · 36th 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 69.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment97.8%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids91.5%
- Visits in the last days of life69.8%
- All care steps completed94%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer22%
- Dementia25%
- Heart and circulatory disease26%
- Lung and respiratory disease8%
- Stroke8%
- Other conditions13%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Providing Compassionate Care in Belleville
Family Hospice of Belleville Area serves the St. Clair County community from their office on West Main Street. They focus on comfort, dignity, and supporting families during difficult health journeys. Hospice is about making every moment count when a cure is no longer the main goal. This team provides medical care and emotional support right where a patient calls home. Getting the right help early makes a world of difference for everyone involved. That is why they are a vital resource for local residents. They aim to ease the burden on caregivers while ensuring patients stay comfortable and pain-free. Choosing hospice is a big step. Having a local team that knows the area can provide extra peace of mind during this transition. It is all about focusing on quality of life, day by day, surrounded by the people who matter most.
About Family Hospice of Belleville Area
This provider has been Medicare certified since August 1991, showing a long history of service to the region. As a non-profit organization, their focus remains on the mission of care rather than making a profit for owners. That distinction is important for families to understand when choosing a partner for end-of-life care. They have built a track record over three decades of working in the Belleville area. Most families appreciate that non-profits often reinvest their resources directly into patient services. You can trust that their long-standing presence means they understand the local healthcare system well. They follow strict federal rules to maintain their certification status. This ensures that they meet high standards for safety and care quality. The thing is, choosing a provider with such deep roots in the community often brings a sense of stability when things feel uncertain. They have stood the test of time.
High Quality Ratings
Understanding Hospice Care in Belleville
Hospice is not a place you go, but a type of care that comes to you. In Belleville and across St. Clair County, teams of nurses, aides, and social workers coordinate to support the patient. They visit the home to manage pain and help with daily needs like bathing or dressing. But they also offer spiritual support and counseling to help families talk about hard topics. It is a team effort. Many people wait too long to call because they think hospice means giving up. That is simply not true. Hospice is about choosing a different path that focuses on comfort instead of harsh treatments. When you get the right team in place, it actually allows families to spend more quality time together. You can stop worrying about medical logistics and start focusing on being a daughter, a son, or a spouse again. That is the true gift of hospice care.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice is a personal decision that requires asking the right questions. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to the home if an emergency happens at night. You should also ask how the team will help manage specific pain or breathing issues. It is smart to ask who will be the main contact person for your family. You want someone who listens well and communicates clearly. Finally, ask what kind of support they provide to the family after a loss. Grief support is a huge part of what a good hospice does. Do not be afraid to ask for specific examples of how they handled tough situations in the past. If you feel rushed or ignored, keep looking. You deserve a partner who treats you like family. Trust your gut feeling when you talk to their staff on the phone or in person.
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