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 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) | 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%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life74.2%
- All care steps completed98.6%
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, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Compassus-Southern Indiana
Compassus-Southern Indiana serves families in Kokomo and the surrounding Howard County area. They offer specialized end-of-life care designed to bring comfort and support to patients during their final months. This team focuses on managing physical pain while providing emotional support to the entire family. They are based at 2626 South Webster Street and work hard to meet the needs of every person they serve. Whether a patient is at home or in a care facility, this team brings their expertise directly to them. It is a big job, but they have been doing this work in the community for a long time. They aim to make each day as peaceful as possible for those under their care.
About Compassus-Southern Indiana
This provider has been Medicare certified since July 1992. That is over thirty years of experience helping local families. They operate under government ownership, which means they follow strict federal rules to keep their care standards high. What most people do not realize is that government-certified hospice programs must report their performance to CMS regularly. This ensures that families get consistent, high-quality care across the board. You can trust that they have seen many different situations over their three decades of service. They understand the local area well and know how to connect families with the right resources. When you choose a provider with this much history, you are choosing a team that has stayed the course for a very long time. It is a solid track record to look for when you need help the most.
Quality Ratings at a Glance
Understanding Hospice Care in Kokomo
Finding the right hospice care in Kokomo means looking at how a team fits into your life. Hospice is not about giving up. It is about choosing a path that prioritizes comfort and dignity above all else. In Howard County, families have access to several choices, but the quality of that care can change from one group to the next. That is why checking the Medicare ratings is so helpful. You want a team that knows how to handle complex medical needs while also being kind. The goal is to keep your loved one in a familiar place, like their own home, whenever it is safe to do so. And remember, you are the one in charge of these decisions. Take your time to talk with the staff and see if they feel like the right match for your family's needs.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice team is a personal process. You should feel comfortable asking direct questions to ensure you get the best support. Here are a few things to keep in mind. First, ask how quickly they can respond if a crisis happens in the middle of the night. You deserve to know that help is just a phone call away. Second, ask what their specific plan is for managing pain and other difficult symptoms. Every patient is different, so their plan should be too. Third, ask how they involve the family in the daily care process. Do they offer training for you, or do they handle most of the tasks? Finally, ask about the support they provide for grief after a loved one passes. Good hospice care does not end on the final day. It continues for the family as they process their loss.
Preserve Your Family's Story
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