BJC HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 2220 S STATE ROUTE 157, STE 300
GLEN CARBON, IL 62034 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 27, 2011
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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) | 17 |
| Physicians | 2 |
45
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 BJC 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
- 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how BJC HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
14.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 70th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
125
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 day14.3 min
Ranks better than about 70% 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 weekends7.7%
Ranks better than about 47% 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 life92.2%
Ranks better than about 41% 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 visits39.9%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 care11.6%
Ranks better than about 19% 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 months31.6%
Ranks better than about 64% 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 care7.1%
Ranks better than about 50% 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 hospice0.6%
Ranks better than about 54% 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)92nd 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$8,927 · 7th 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 57.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.9%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life57.4%
- All care steps completed99.9%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer32%
- Dementia10%
- Heart and circulatory disease23%
- Lung and respiratory disease12%
- Stroke6%
- Other conditions19%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
BJC Hospice in Glen Carbon
BJC Hospice provides specialized end-of-life care for families in Glen Carbon, Illinois. The team offers medical support and comfort services to help manage symptoms at home. They have served the community since 2011 and hold accreditation from the Joint Commission. This group works to ensure that patients receive high-quality care during a difficult time. Their team is ready to support you.
About BJC Hospice
BJC Hospice operates as a non-profit organization in Madison County. This structure means they focus their resources on patient care rather than profits. The Joint Commission accreditation adds another layer of quality oversight. This group checks how a provider keeps patients safe and follows national health rules. It is a sign of a strong commitment to standards. You should know that they have a team of 45 employees. This includes 17 registered nurses and 2 physicians. Having this many experts on staff allows them to handle complex medical needs. It is one way they keep their care levels high for every person they serve.
Quality Insights
What Is Hospice Care Like in Glen Carbon?
Hospice care in this part of Illinois focuses on comfort and dignity. The team visits you where you live to offer medical and emotional support. Because BJC Hospice is a freestanding provider, their staff focuses entirely on hospice services. They use 17 registered nurses to monitor changes in health. Two doctors guide the medical strategy for each patient. These professionals work together to keep pain low and spirits as high as possible. You get a team that knows how to manage symptoms effectively. They provide care that fits your daily routine. It is a local approach to a sensitive need.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a provider requires clear answers to your questions. You should ask how quickly a nurse can reach your home for emergencies. Ask if they have staff available on weekends or holidays. It helps to know which doctors will oversee the plan of care. You might also ask how they help family members cope with the loss of a loved one. Each provider has different ways to offer grief support. Write down your list of questions before you call. This helps you compare your options with confidence. Get the answers that matter to your family.
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