HEART TO HEART HOSPICE OF EVANSVILLE, LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 610 E WALNUT ST, SUITE A
EVANSVILLE, IN 47713 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 12, 2020
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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) | 22 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 4 |
| Physicians | 4 |
| Volunteers | 6 |
49
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 HEART TO HEART HOSPICE OF EVANSVILLE, LLC 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HEART TO HEART HOSPICE OF EVANSVILLE, LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
15.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 82nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
114
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 day15.9 min
Ranks better than about 82% 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 weekends12.6%
Ranks better than about 82% 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 life97.4%
Ranks better than about 82% 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 visits24.7%
Ranks better than about 84% 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 care5.7%
Ranks better than about 55% 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 months40.6%
Ranks better than about 39% 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 care7.5%
Ranks better than about 48% 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)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$11,072 · 15th 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 61.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.9%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life61.6%
- All care steps completed99.9%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer27%
- Dementia27%
- Heart and circulatory disease13%
- Lung and respiratory disease8%
- Stroke8%
- Other conditions18%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Compassionate Care in Evansville
Heart to Heart Hospice of Evansville, LLC provides end-of-life care for patients in Vanderburgh County. They offer support from their office on Walnut Street. This team helps families focus on comfort and quality time when it matters most. It is never an easy path to walk. But having a local team nearby can make a world of difference for your loved one. They have been serving the community since June 2020. Their goal is to manage pain and provide emotional support for everyone involved. Choosing the right partner for this journey is a big step. That is why we look at the data to help you feel more confident in your decision. Their presence in Evansville means you have access to professional care right in your own neighborhood.
About HEART TO HEART HOSPICE OF EVANSVILLE, LLC
This hospice provider operates as a for-profit organization. They earned their Medicare certification on June 12, 2020. That date is a key piece of information for any family checking a provider's history. Being Medicare-certified means they meet federal standards for the care they provide. You might wonder what for-profit status implies. The truth is that all Medicare-certified hospices must follow the same strict rules for patient care. It is about how they run their internal business, not the quality of the care they give your family. They have a solid track record since opening their doors. When you talk to them, ask about their specific team structure. You want to know who will be at your home and how they handle emergencies after hours. That is the kind of peace of mind every family deserves during this time.
Understanding Hospice Care in Evansville
Hospice is not a place you go to give up. It is a special type of care that focuses on living as well as possible. In Evansville, families have access to several high-quality providers who bring care directly to the home. This means your loved one can stay in their own bed surrounded by familiar things. The team usually includes a nurse, a social worker, and a chaplain. They work together to handle physical pain and emotional needs. The thing is, many families wait too long to call. They think hospice is only for the very last days of life. But hospice can provide support for months if the patient qualifies. Starting early allows the team to build a real relationship with your family. That connection is often what helps people feel the most supported when the final days arrive.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel empowered to ask tough questions when you interview a provider. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. That is a vital detail. You also want to know how they handle pain management. Ask them to explain their plan for keeping your loved one comfortable. Another good question is about their volunteer services. Some teams have volunteers who sit with patients or give primary caregivers a break. Ask how many patients each nurse usually sees in a single day. You want a team that has enough time for your specific needs. Do not be afraid to ask for clarity on anything that feels confusing. This is your family, and you deserve clear, honest answers from every person you talk to.
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