HOSPICE CARE OF ILLINOIS
Provider Information
- Address
- 701 NORTH FIRST STREET
SPRINGFIELD, IL 62781 - Ownership Type
- Other
- Medicare Certified Since
- October 19, 1990
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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 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
43
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 HOSPICE CARE OF ILLINOIS reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Both provided directly and arranged with other facilities
- 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 HOSPICE CARE OF ILLINOIS compares to hospices nationwide.
9.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 23rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
67
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 day9.8 min
Ranks better than about 23% 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 weekends8.7%
Ranks better than about 59% 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 life86.5%
Ranks better than about 22% 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 visits46.9%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 care9.8%
Ranks better than about 27% 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 months20.7%
Ranks better than about 86% 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 care2.4%
Ranks better than about 75% 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 hospice1.2%
Ranks better than about 48% 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)67th 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$7,020 · 3rd 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 31.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment94.4%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.5%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.8%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.4%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life31.8%
- All care steps completed95.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer37%
- Dementia14%
- Heart and circulatory disease16%
- Lung and respiratory disease8%
- Stroke6%
- Other conditions21%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice Care of Illinois in Springfield
Hospice Care of Illinois serves families in Springfield and the surrounding Sangamon County area. They have provided hospice services since 1990. This provider holds accreditation from the Joint Commission. This group acts as an independent body that checks for safety and high standards in healthcare settings. You can find them at 701 North First Street. They focus on providing care to patients who need support at the end of life. Their long history of service shows they have been a part of the local healthcare community for a very long time. That is a long track record. They operate as a home health agency type provider. Their team works to meet the needs of those they serve in the home setting.
About Hospice Care of Illinois
This provider operates under an other ownership structure. They have maintained Medicare certification for over three decades. The Joint Commission accreditation is a marker of their commitment to specific quality rules. This group visits the agency to review how they handle medications, patient safety, and staff training. It is a rigorous process. Agencies that pass this review show they meet high national benchmarks for care quality. Families should know that this accreditation adds an extra layer of oversight to the care their loved ones receive. It means someone from outside the agency regularly looks at their work to ensure they keep standards high. Choosing a provider with this level of scrutiny can give you peace of mind. It shows they take their professional responsibilities seriously. They maintain this status through ongoing evaluations of their internal processes and daily patient care practices.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Springfield?
Hospice care in Springfield focuses on comfort for the patient and support for the family. The team includes 17 registered nurses and 2 licensed practical nurses. With 43 total employees, they have a solid team to manage pain and other symptoms. These nurses visit the home to check on the patient. They communicate with doctors to adjust care plans as needs change. The goal is to keep the patient comfortable in their own home. You will find that hospice teams often include social workers and aides to help with daily living tasks. They work around the clock to answer calls and handle emergencies. This level of support helps families manage care at home. It allows everyone to focus on spending time together instead of worrying about the logistics of medical equipment or pain management during a difficult time.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Asking the right questions helps you feel ready to make a choice. Start by asking how the team handles pain management during the night or on weekends. You need to know who will answer your call at 3 AM. Ask how many nurses they have available to visit your home. It helps to know the expected frequency of these visits. Ask how they help family members manage the emotional side of care. You might also ask about their experience with the specific condition your loved one has. Do not feel rushed. Take your time to get clear answers that make sense to you. A good provider will be happy to explain their processes. They want you to feel comfortable with the plan. Remember that you are the expert on your loved one. Your questions matter.
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