INTERIM HEALTHCARE OF FORT WAYNE
Provider Information
- Address
- 111 E LUDWIG ROAD
FORT WAYNE, IN 46825 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 7, 2023
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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) | 1 |
| Physicians | 0 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
5
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 INTERIM HEALTHCARE OF FORT WAYNE 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 2023.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how INTERIM HEALTHCARE OF FORT WAYNE compares to hospices nationwide.
12 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 47th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
22
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 day12 min
Ranks better than about 47% 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 weekends7.5%
Ranks better than about 45% 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 life87.2%
Ranks better than about 24% 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 visits46.6%
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 care25%
Ranks better than about 1% 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 months10.7%
Ranks better than about 95% 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 care7.1%
Ranks better than about 50% 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$17,108 · 45th 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 8 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 53.1% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment97.1%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life53.1%
- All care steps completed98.4%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Heart and circulatory disease25%
- Lung and respiratory disease29%
- Other conditions22%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Care in Fort Wayne
Interim Healthcare of Fort Wayne provides hospice support to residents of Allen County. They focus on comfort and quality of life for patients facing a terminal illness. Their team works out of their office on East Ludwig Road to serve the local community. They have been certified by Medicare since June 2023. This team helps families find peace and comfort during a difficult season. The goal is simple: helping your loved one live each day with dignity and less pain. That is what matters most when time is short.
About Interim Healthcare of Fort Wayne
This provider operates as a for-profit organization. They earned their Medicare certification on June 7, 2023. Being Medicare certified means they meet strict federal standards for patient care. You can be sure they follow rules meant to keep your family safe. But what does for-profit status mean for you? It simply describes their business structure. Many high-quality hospice teams run this way. The thing is, you should always look at the care ratings alongside the business model. They have been serving the Fort Wayne area for a short time, but they have already made an impact. Choosing a provider is a big decision for any family. Take your time to talk with them about your specific needs. They are there to listen and help you understand your choices.
Quality Performance
Understanding Hospice Care in Fort Wayne
Hospice care is not just about the end of life. It is about how you live those final months. In Fort Wayne, families have access to several hospice options, including Interim Healthcare. The main goal is managing pain and symptoms so your loved one can stay comfortable at home. Most care happens where the patient lives. This could be a private house, an apartment, or a nursing facility. And hospice teams include nurses, doctors, aides, and social workers. They work together to support the whole family, not just the patient. It is a team effort to make sure everyone feels heard. The thing to remember is that hospice can be started as soon as a doctor confirms a terminal diagnosis. You do not have to wait until the very last days to ask for help.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Finding the right team is personal. You want people you can trust with your loved one's comfort. Start by asking how quickly they can respond if a crisis happens at night. You also want to know how they handle pain management and if they have a nurse on call 24/7. Ask them how they support family caregivers who might be feeling tired or overwhelmed. It is also good to ask about their experience with your loved one's specific illness. Do they have special training? That is a fair question to ask. And finally, ask how they keep you informed about changes in your loved one's condition. You are the partner in this care. Clear talk makes the whole process much easier to manage.
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