GUARDIAN ANGEL HOSPICE INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 513 W LINCOLN RD
KOKOMO, IN 46902 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- December 10, 2002
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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) | 8 |
| Physicians | 1 |
95
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 GUARDIAN ANGEL HOSPICE INC 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
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how GUARDIAN ANGEL HOSPICE INC compares to hospices nationwide.
13.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 64th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
204
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 day13.6 min
Ranks better than about 64% 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 weekends6%
Ranks better than about 26% 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 life95.8%
Ranks better than about 68% 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 visits44.6%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 care11.1%
Ranks better than about 20% 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 months36.7%
Ranks better than about 50% 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 care12.6%
Ranks better than about 24% 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 hospice0.5%
Ranks better than about 54% 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$17,280 · 46th 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 52.5% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.8%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life52.5%
- 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.
- Cancer26%
- Dementia21%
- Heart and circulatory disease23%
- Lung and respiratory disease11%
- Stroke8%
- Other conditions13%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Guardian Angel Hospice Inc in Kokomo
Guardian Angel Hospice Inc provides dedicated end-of-life care for families in Kokomo, Indiana. They operate out of their office on West Lincoln Road in Howard County. This team focuses on comfort, dignity, and support for patients facing a life-limiting illness. Choosing a hospice provider is a deeply personal decision. You need a team that listens to your goals and honors your wishes. That is exactly what this local group aims to do for every person they serve. They have been a fixture in the community for over two decades. Whether you are at home or in a facility, they bring expert care directly to you. It is about helping your loved one live each day as fully as possible. They provide clinical medical support along with emotional and spiritual guidance. That is a big deal when your world feels upside down.
About Guardian Angel Hospice Inc
This provider is a for-profit hospice agency. They earned their Medicare certification on December 10, 2002. That longevity matters. It shows they have a long track record of meeting federal health and safety standards. Families should know that being for-profit does not mean the care is different from non-profit options. What matters most is how they treat your family during tough times. You should always look for a team that feels like a good fit for your specific needs. They have served the Kokomo area for many years now. Their staff understands the local resources available to you. Medicare certification means they follow strict rules set by the government to ensure your safety. It is a baseline for quality. You deserve to know that your hospice provider is held to these high expectations. Always ask about their specific experience with your loved one’s unique condition.
Understanding Hospice Care in Kokomo
Hospice is not a place. It is a philosophy of care. In Kokomo, many families use these services to manage pain and symptoms at home. The main goal is to improve quality of life when a cure is no longer the focus. You might be surprised to learn that hospice is not just for the final days. Many people benefit from these services for months. It is about adding life to days rather than days to life. The team includes doctors, nurses, aides, and social workers. They work together to support the patient and the entire family unit. You are not alone in this journey. Local providers like this one understand the rhythm of life in Howard County. They know how to coordinate with your regular doctors. This makes the transition into hospice care much smoother for everyone involved. It is a partnership built on trust and compassion.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Selecting the right team is a heavy task. Start by asking these key questions to get the clarity you need. First, ask how quickly they can arrive if a crisis happens at night or on the weekend. You need to know that help is just a phone call away. Second, ask how they manage pain and other difficult symptoms. Every person is different, so their approach should be flexible. Third, ask what kind of support they offer to family caregivers. Burnout is real, so ensure they provide respite breaks for you. Finally, ask how they handle spiritual or emotional needs. Some families want a chaplain, while others prefer a counselor. Listen to your gut during these conversations. Do they sound kind? Are they patient with your questions? That intuition is a very useful tool. Take your time and pick the team that feels right for your family.
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