ELEOS HOSPICE CARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 4432 ARDMORE AVENUE UNIT B
FORT WAYNE, IN 46809 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 3, 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) | 2 |
| Physicians | 0 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
4
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 ELEOS HOSPICE CARE 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ELEOS HOSPICE CARE compares to hospices nationwide.
10.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 34th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
97
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 day10.8 min
Ranks better than about 34% 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 weekends4.6%
Ranks better than about 12% 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 life95.2%
Ranks better than about 63% 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 visits23.2%
Ranks better than about 86% 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 care12.9%
Ranks better than about 14% 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 months45.2%
Ranks better than about 27% 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 care24.2%
Ranks better than about 3% 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 hospice1.6%
Ranks better than about 42% 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$27,161 · 87th 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 54.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening98.9%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment91.3%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.5%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids90.9%
- Visits in the last days of life54.4%
- All care steps completed94.7%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer7%
- Dementia46%
- Heart and circulatory disease27%
- Stroke10%
- Other conditions8%
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 Fort Wayne
ELEOS HOSPICE CARE serves families throughout Fort Wayne, Indiana. They focus on comfort, pain relief, and emotional support for patients facing a life-limiting illness. Their team works right in the Allen County area to ensure patients remain in their own homes whenever possible. Hospice care is not about giving up. Instead, it is about making every single day count. This provider brings medical expertise and a gentle touch to your front door. They understand that health is about more than just medicine. It is about dignity and peace for you and your loved ones during a difficult season of life.
About ELEOS HOSPICE CARE
ELEOS HOSPICE CARE is a for-profit hospice provider. They earned their Medicare certification on June 3, 2020. That means they have met strict federal standards for safety and care quality for several years now. Being for-profit simply describes their business structure. The thing is, all Medicare-certified hospices must follow the same rules for patient care. You can trust that they meet the same basic requirements as any other certified provider. Choosing a local provider like this one means their staff is part of the Fort Wayne community. They know the area well and can coordinate care quickly. When you look into a provider, look at their experience. ELEOS has been serving this community for a while, which helps them build trust with local hospitals and doctors.
Understanding Hospice Care in Fort Wayne
Finding the right hospice in Allen County can feel like a heavy task. But you have options. Most hospices in Indiana offer the same core services under Medicare. This includes nurse visits, social workers, and help with daily tasks. The difference often lies in the team's personality and how fast they respond to your calls. You want a team that feels like an extension of your own family. Some providers are part of large national chains. Others, like this one, are focused on the local Fort Wayne area. The thing is, local teams often have tighter bonds with community resources. This can make a big difference when you need a piece of medical equipment delivered on a Sunday afternoon. Don't be afraid to ask how they handle after-hours emergencies.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should never feel rushed when picking a hospice partner. Take your time to interview them. First, ask how many nurses will be assigned to your loved one. You want to know who will show up at the door. Second, ask how they handle pain management during the night. You need to know that help is just a phone call away at 3:00 AM. Third, ask how they support the family after the patient passes. Grief support is a huge part of what good hospice teams do. And finally, ask if they have volunteers who can sit with your loved one. That extra set of hands can give you a much-needed break to rest. Getting these answers upfront will give you peace of mind during a hard time.
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