ADVENTIST ST THOMAS HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 119 E OGDEN AVE, STE 111
HINSDALE, IL 60521 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 14, 1985
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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) | 13 |
| Physicians | 1 |
24
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 ADVENTIST ST THOMAS HOSPICE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Provided directly by this hospice
- 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ADVENTIST ST THOMAS HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
15.2 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 77th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
37
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 day15.2 min
Ranks better than about 77% 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%
Ranks better than about 86% 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 life95.7%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 visits42.2%
Ranks better than about 64% 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 care15.6%
Ranks better than about 8% 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 care2.2%
Ranks better than about 77% 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 hospice2.2%
Ranks better than about 35% 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)97th 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$5,962 · 2nd 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 66.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment99.4%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.9%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99.5%
- Visits in the last days of life66.6%
- 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.
- Cancer21%
- Dementia21%
- Heart and circulatory disease14%
- Lung and respiratory disease15%
- Stroke6%
- Other conditions22%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
ADVENTIST ST THOMAS HOSPICE
ADVENTIST ST THOMAS HOSPICE offers hospice support to families in Hinsdale, Illinois. They provide care for patients in DuPage County. This provider is a hospital-based program that has served the region for many decades. They focus on comfort and symptom relief for those with serious illness. Choosing a local team helps keep care close to home. The group relies on a dedicated staff to manage medical needs. It is a non-profit organization that has been certified by Medicare since the mid-eighties. They aim to support patients and their loved ones during a difficult time. Their team is ready to serve you.
About ADVENTIST ST THOMAS HOSPICE
This hospice operates as a non-profit entity. Being non-profit means they often reinvest funds back into patient services. They have held Medicare certification since March of 1985. That long history shows a stable presence in the local medical community. The provider functions as a hospital department. This structure allows them to share resources with a larger health system. Their team includes 24 staff members. You will find 13 registered nurses and one physician on the roster. Having this many nurses on staff is a notable feature for a hospice of this size. It helps ensure that medical needs are handled by skilled eyes. Families should look for these details when comparing local options. A team with a strong nursing presence can offer steady care. They are there to help you every single day.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in HINSDALE?
Hospice care in this part of Illinois centers on comfort. The goal is to improve the quality of life for the patient. You will find that care teams often come to the patient. They visit homes or care facilities to provide support. In Hinsdale, providers must meet federal rules to keep their Medicare status. This includes having a team that works together on a plan. ADVENTIST ST THOMAS HOSPICE uses a team of 13 registered nurses and one physician. This mix of staff helps them watch over health changes. Nurses handle daily needs and pain management. The doctor oversees the medical plan and provides extra guidance. They work to keep the patient calm and comfortable. That is their primary job. It is a team effort meant to serve the whole family.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have the right to ask questions before picking a hospice. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can reach your home during an emergency. You should also ask how the team talks to your regular doctor. It is good to know how they handle pain and other symptoms at night or on weekends. Ask about the specific services they offer for emotional and spiritual support. Find out how often a nurse will visit the patient. Ask if they have experience with the specific condition the patient has. You might also ask how they help family members cope with grief. Take your time with these answers. You deserve to feel good about the choice you make for your loved one.
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