COMPASSUS-SOUTHERN INDIANA
Provider Information
- Address
- 2626 SOUTH WEBSTER STREET, SUITE A
KOKOMO, IN 46902 - Ownership Type
- Government
- Medicare Certified Since
- July 2, 1992
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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 August 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) | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 2 |
18
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 COMPASSUS-SOUTHERN INDIANA reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Provided directly by this hospice
- Type of inpatient care
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- 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.
Reported by this hospice to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services when it was certified in 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how COMPASSUS-SOUTHERN INDIANA compares to hospices nationwide.
12.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 57th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
48
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 day12.9 min
Ranks better than about 57% 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 weekends7.7%
Ranks better than about 47% 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 life96%
Ranks better than about 70% 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 visits32.8%
Ranks better than about 76% 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 care9.4%
Ranks better than about 30% 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 care15.6%
Ranks better than about 15% 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)87th 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$12,816 · 22nd 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 74.2% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment99.1%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.4%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life74.2%
- 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.
- Cancer20%
- Dementia22%
- Heart and circulatory disease10%
- Lung and respiratory disease18%
- Stroke5%
- Other conditions26%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Compassus-Southern Indiana
Compassus-Southern Indiana serves families throughout Kokomo, Indiana, from their office on South Webster Street. This hospice agency provides end-of-life care for those with serious illness. They have been certified by Medicare for over thirty years. The agency holds accreditation from the Joint Commission, which shows they meet high standards for safety and care. They focus on comfort for patients in the Howard County area.
About Compassus-Southern Indiana
This hospice operates under government ownership. They earned their Medicare certification in July 1992. Accreditation from the Joint Commission is a big sign of quality. This group checks hospice agencies to ensure they follow strict safety rules. They look at how staff handles medical records and patient health needs. When an agency chooses to undergo this review, it shows a commitment to doing things the right way. Families should know that this agency is a freestanding hospice. That means they focus only on hospice services. They do not run a hospital or a nursing home at the same time. This focus helps them keep their care consistent for every patient they serve.
Quality Overview
What Is Hospice Care Like in Kokomo?
Hospice care in this part of Indiana helps patients stay comfortable at home. The team visits you where you live. This agency employs eighteen people to support your needs. Their staff includes eight registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. They also have two physicians on the team. These medical experts work together to manage pain and symptoms. They provide physical care and emotional support for the whole family. The goal is to keep the patient calm and comfortable. Most care happens in the patient's own bedroom. Nurses coordinate with doctors to adjust medicine as things change. You get a team that knows how to handle complex medical situations. They work to make every day as peaceful as possible.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel confident before you sign any paperwork. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can reach your home during an emergency. Ask how they manage pain when symptoms get worse at night. Find out if their doctors visit patients at home or only talk over the phone. You might also ask about their volunteer program and how they support family caregivers. These answers help you understand what to expect. Do not be afraid to ask for more details. The right provider will be happy to explain their process clearly. You deserve to know how they plan to care for your loved one.
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