PEARL PALLIATIVE AND HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 1328 MAIN STREET, 2A
CRETE, IL 60417 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 13, 2019
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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 August 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) | 4 |
9
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 PEARL PALLIATIVE AND 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 That code may be out of date.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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how PEARL PALLIATIVE AND HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
5.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 2nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
13
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 day5.3 min
Ranks better than about 2% 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 weekends14.3%
Ranks better than about 87% 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 life81.1%
Ranks better than about 15% 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 visits67.3%
Ranks better than about 30% 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 care10%
Ranks better than about 26% 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 months20%
Ranks better than about 87% 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%
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 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)79th 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$16,572 · 42nd 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 29.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening98.2%
- Pain assessment84.1%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment38.5%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed92.9%
- Visits in the last days of life29.6%
- All care steps completed39.3%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Stroke23%
- Other conditions36%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Pearl Palliative and Hospice
Pearl Palliative and Hospice serves the Crete, Illinois area from its office on Main Street. This provider offers end-of-life care services to families in need of support. They earned accreditation from the ACHC. This shows they meet high standards for their daily work. Choosing a hospice agency is a big step for any family. You want to pick a team that works hard for your loved one. Pearl Palliative and Hospice has been certified to provide care by Medicare since September 2019. They operate as a for-profit hospice agency. Having a clear record of service helps families feel more at ease during a hard time. You can reach their team at their Crete office to ask questions about how their care works. It is helpful to understand your options early on.
About Pearl Palliative and Hospice
This provider operates as a for-profit hospice agency. They hold accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care, also known as the ACHC. This group checks hospice agencies to see if they follow strict rules for safety and quality. When a group like the ACHC gives a seal of approval, it means the hospice meets national standards. That is a clear sign of quality. Families should know that Medicare certification is also a requirement for hospice providers. Pearl Palliative and Hospice has held this status since 2019. Being a freestanding hospice means they focus only on these specific services. They do not run a nursing home or a hospital on the side. This focus allows them to concentrate on the comfort of those they serve. They have a total staff of nine people. This team includes four registered nurses who lead the clinical care efforts for their patients.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in Crete?
Hospice care in Crete focuses on comfort and dignity for the patient. It helps families manage symptoms at home or in a care setting. You can expect a team to visit your loved one on a regular schedule. The team at Pearl Palliative and Hospice includes four registered nurses. These nurses handle the clinical side of care. They work with a total staff of nine people to keep things running smoothly. This small team size allows for a more personal touch. Care happens wherever the patient calls home. That could be a private house or a senior living center. The goal is to keep the patient as comfortable as possible. They manage pain and other symptoms so the family can spend time together. It is a team effort. You are never doing this alone when you have a skilled hospice staff by your side.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel confident before you sign any paperwork. Start by asking how many staff members will visit each week. You want to know who is on call when you have an emergency at night. Ask them about their specific experience with your loved one's health condition. It is a good idea to ask how they handle pain management. Ask how they communicate changes in the care plan to the family. Do they offer extra support like grief counseling for your family members? You should also ask if they have volunteers who can sit with the patient. These volunteers provide extra company. Do not be afraid to ask about their accreditation status. A good hospice agency will be happy to explain their record. You deserve clear answers to every question you have during this process.
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