CASS-SCHUYLER AREA HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 331 S MAIN ST
VIRGINIA, IL 62691 - Ownership Type
- Government
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 4, 1994
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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) | 7 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 6 |
13
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 CASS-SCHUYLER AREA 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
- Supplied directly by this hospice
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 CASS-SCHUYLER AREA HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
20 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 95th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
9
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 day20 min
Ranks better than about 95% 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 weekends11%
Ranks better than about 75% 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 life99.4%
Ranks better than about 92% 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 visits0%
Ranks better than about 99% 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 care15.4%
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 months30.8%
Ranks better than about 66% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 hospice7.7%
Ranks better than about 4% 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$6,659 · 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 95.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids95.8%
- Visits in the last days of life96.6%
- 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.
- Cancer34%
- Heart and circulatory disease13%
- Lung and respiratory disease11%
- Other conditions31%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
CASS-SCHUYLER AREA HOSPICE
CASS-SCHUYLER AREA HOSPICE provides end of life support to people in Virginia, Illinois. They have been certified by Medicare to provide these services since 1994. This provider is part of the local government. Families in Cass County can reach them at (217) 452-3057 to learn about their care options. They offer a team approach to help your loved ones stay comfortable at home.
About CASS-SCHUYLER AREA HOSPICE
This agency operates under government ownership. This structure means they answer to public standards and local oversight. They have held Medicare certification for three decades. That is a long history of service. Because they are government run, they focus on meeting federal requirements for patient care quality. Their team includes 13 staff members who work to meet the needs of each family. They have seven registered nurses and one physician on staff. They also rely on six volunteers to help provide support. Knowing who is on the care team helps you understand the resources available for your loved one. You can ask them how these team members work together to provide daily care.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in VIRGINIA?
Hospice care in Virginia, Illinois, focuses on comfort and peace for patients with serious illness. The goal is to manage pain and help the patient live well for as long as possible. The team visits the patient where they live. That might be a private home or a care facility. Because this agency has seven registered nurses, they have the staff to monitor health changes closely. A physician also guides the medical plan. Volunteers add extra support by sitting with patients or helping with small tasks. It is a team effort. The staff works with the family to create a plan that fits the specific needs of the patient. You can expect regular check-ins from the nurses to ensure symptoms stay under control. This care model keeps the focus on the person rather than just the illness.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel comfortable with the people who will care for your family. Start by asking how many nurses will visit each week. Ask how the team handles pain or sudden issues at night. It is smart to ask how they support family members who are also grieving. You can also ask how they involve the physician in daily care decisions. Another good question is how they match volunteers to a patient. Make sure you understand the full list of services they offer. Do not be afraid to ask for clarity on any part of the plan. You deserve clear answers. These questions will help you see if the agency is a good fit for your needs.
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