INTEGRATED PALLIATIVE AND HOSPICE LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 151 W. GOLF ROAD
LIBERTYVILLE, IL 60048 - Ownership Type
- Other
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 21, 2013
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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) | 3 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
8
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 INTEGRATED PALLIATIVE AND HOSPICE LLC 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how INTEGRATED PALLIATIVE AND HOSPICE LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
19.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 94th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
22
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 day19.3 min
Ranks better than about 94% 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 weekends12.8%
Ranks better than about 83% 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 life96.1%
Ranks better than about 71% 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 visits58.8%
Ranks better than about 41% 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 care22.5%
Ranks better than about 2% 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 months22.5%
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 care10%
Ranks better than about 35% 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)98th 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$10,829 · 14th 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 63.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening98%
- Pain assessment75.3%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment97.2%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.5%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.5%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids98.9%
- Visits in the last days of life63.4%
- All care steps completed76.2%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer55%
- Dementia7%
- Heart and circulatory disease11%
- Stroke6%
- Other conditions17%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Integrated Palliative and Hospice LLC
Integrated Palliative and Hospice LLC serves the Libertyville area from its office on West Golf Road. This provider offers end of life support to families living in Lake County. They earned their Medicare certification in August 2013 and operate as a freestanding hospice agency. The team holds accreditation from the Joint Commission, which shows they meet high standards for safety and patient care. This accreditation acts as a badge of quality for the agency. It means an outside group checked their work to ensure they follow strict rules. Choosing an accredited provider gives families extra peace of mind during a hard time. You get a team that follows clear, proven steps to manage pain and comfort. It is a solid foundation for care. They focus on providing support when you need it most.
Understanding Their Quality Ratings
This agency maintains strong marks for the care they provide to patients. Their quality of care scores from the federal Hospice Care Index are quite high. This index tracks specific tasks like how well they manage pain or help with breathing issues. The agency also receives decent marks for patient satisfaction. These scores come from surveys sent to families after a loved one passes away. They measure how well the staff communicated and if they treated the person with respect. The Joint Commission accreditation adds another layer of oversight to their daily work. It shows they maintain a high level of rigor across their clinical services. High marks in care quality paired with a commitment to national standards suggest they take their duties seriously. That is a good sign for any family seeking help.
Quality Overview
What Is Hospice Care Like in Libertyville?
Hospice care in this part of Illinois focuses on comfort and dignity at home. Providers like this one bring a team to you rather than making you go to a hospital. The staff here includes one physician and three registered nurses who manage medical needs. They also have one volunteer who can offer companionship or help with small tasks. Having a small, dedicated group allows for more personal attention. They work with a total of eight employees to ensure your loved one gets consistent care. These teams visit patients where they live in Lake County. They coordinate with your existing doctors to make sure medications and plans stay up to date. The goal is to keep patients comfortable in their own beds. It is about quality of life. They focus on the patient and the family together.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel confident before you sign any paperwork. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. Ask how they handle pain management and who will be your main contact person. It helps to know how they support family members with grief or daily stress. You might also ask if they offer help with equipment like hospital beds or oxygen tanks. Does the team have experience with your loved one's specific diagnosis? Get a clear answer on how often they plan to visit each week. Do not be afraid to ask for these details. You deserve to know exactly how they will support your family. A good agency will be happy to explain their process in simple terms.
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