LIGHTHOUSE HOSPICE CARE LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 648 N RIVER RD STE 100
NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 24, 2021
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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) | 2 |
| 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 LIGHTHOUSE HOSPICE CARE LLC 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how LIGHTHOUSE HOSPICE CARE LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
11.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 46th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
129
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 day11.9 min
Ranks better than about 46% 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 weekends7.9%
Ranks better than about 50% 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 life88.5%
Ranks better than about 27% 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 visits62.5%
Ranks better than about 36% 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 care9.3%
Ranks better than about 30% 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 months44.3%
Ranks better than about 29% 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 care12.1%
Ranks better than about 26% 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 hospice3.6%
Ranks better than about 19% 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)52nd 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$16,843 · 44th 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 56.3% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening98.1%
- Pain assessment99.5%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.9%
- Treatment preferences discussed97.7%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.1%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life56.3%
- 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.
- Cancer16%
- Dementia33%
- Heart and circulatory disease13%
- Lung and respiratory disease5%
- Stroke8%
- Other conditions25%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Lighthouse Hospice Care LLC
Lighthouse Hospice Care LLC serves families in Naperville, Illinois. This provider offers hospice services to those needing end of life care. They have held Medicare certification since August 2021. The agency is a freestanding hospice provider. They also hold accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This accreditation shows they meet specific national standards for quality. It serves as a sign of their commitment to the people they serve in the DuPage County area.
Provider Background
Lighthouse Hospice Care LLC operates as a for-profit hospice agency. Being for-profit means the agency functions as a private business entity. They maintain a small team of eight employees. This team includes two registered nurses. They also work with one volunteer to support their mission. The Accreditation Commission for Health Care provides an independent review of the agency. Their surveyors check for safety and clinical standards. This process helps ensure that the care provided meets strict requirements. Families should know that these standards exist to keep care consistent. Choosing an accredited provider adds a layer of oversight to your selection process. It is one way to verify that a provider follows established rules for hospice work.
What Is Hospice Care Like in NAPERVILLE?
Hospice care in Naperville focuses on comfort and symptom management for patients. Local agencies provide care wherever the patient calls home. This could be a private house or a nursing facility. The goal is to improve quality of life. Staff members usually include nurses, aides, and volunteers. They work together to manage pain and provide emotional support for the whole family. Lighthouse Hospice Care LLC contributes to this local network with their specific team of eight staff members. They deploy two registered nurses to oversee clinical needs. Having a small team can sometimes mean more personal attention for each patient. That is a benefit for many families who want a direct line of communication with their care team. You should check if their specific service area covers your exact neighborhood in DuPage County.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have the right to ask questions before picking a hospice agency. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can arrive if a sudden problem occurs. Ask about the process for after-hours calls. You should also ask how many patients each nurse typically sees in a day. This helps you understand how much time they might spend with your loved one. Ask if they have experience with the specific illness your family member faces. You want to know if their staff is trained for those particular needs. Finally, ask about the role of their volunteers. Volunteers offer extra support that can be very helpful. These answers will help you decide if the agency is a good fit for your family.
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