COMPASSUS - INDIANAPOLIS
Provider Information
- Address
- 3530 W FOX RIDGE LANE
MUNCIE, IN 47304 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- January 22, 1997
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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) | 3 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
9
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 - INDIANAPOLIS 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 2018.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how COMPASSUS - INDIANAPOLIS compares to hospices nationwide.
12.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 55th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
35
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 day12.7 min
Ranks better than about 55% 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 weekends8.6%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 life96.3%
Ranks better than about 73% 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 visits50.7%
Ranks better than about 53% 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 care4.9%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 months31.7%
Ranks better than about 64% 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 care2.4%
Ranks better than about 75% 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 hospice2.4%
Ranks better than about 32% 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)89th 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$11,315 · 16th 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 67.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment99.1%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.5%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.8%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life67.4%
- All care steps completed98.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer24%
- Dementia25%
- Heart and circulatory disease9%
- Lung and respiratory disease15%
- Stroke8%
- Other conditions22%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Compassus - Indianapolis in Muncie
Compassus - Indianapolis provides hospice care services to families in Muncie, Indiana. They operate out of their office on West Fox Ridge Lane. This team focuses on comfort and support for patients facing life-limiting illnesses. They serve the Delaware County area with dedicated care teams. Hospice is about more than just medical needs. It is about helping your loved one live each day as fully as possible. The staff here works to manage pain and provide emotional support. They also help families cope with the challenges that come at the end of life. Choosing a provider is a big step for your family. It helps to know who is nearby and ready to assist you when time matters most.
About Compassus - Indianapolis
Compassus - Indianapolis has been a Medicare certified hospice provider since January 1997. Being certified for over 25 years shows a long commitment to the community. They operate as a for-profit provider. That said, the most important thing is how they support your specific needs. Families should know that Medicare covers hospice care for those who qualify. This includes medical equipment, medications, and visits from nurses or aides. You should ask them how they tailor these services to your loved one. Every hospice organization handles things a bit differently. Some focus heavily on spiritual care, while others focus on quick symptom relief. It is smart to talk with them about your goals. Make sure their approach matches what your family values most during this sensitive time.
Quality of Care
Understanding Hospice Care in Muncie
Hospice is a special type of care for people who have about six months or less to live. In Muncie, you have choices for where this care happens. Most people receive care in their own homes. This keeps them in a place they know and love. But sometimes, symptoms become too hard to manage at home. In those cases, hospice can provide short stays in a hospital or a care facility. The goal is always to keep the person comfortable. And that is the main point of hospice. It is not about giving up. It is about shifting the focus to quality of life. You get a team of doctors, nurses, and volunteers. They all work together to support the patient and the whole family. You are never doing this alone.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You need to feel confident in your choice. Start by asking how quickly they can start care once a doctor signs the order. That is a big deal if symptoms are getting worse fast. Ask how many nurses they have on call during the night and on weekends. You need to know who answers the phone at 3 a.m. Also, ask how they help family caregivers. Do they offer respite care so you can take a break? Finally, ask about their experience with your loved one’s specific health condition. Some providers are better at handling complex pain than others. Write these questions down before you call. It helps to have a list ready when you speak to them. You deserve clear answers during this time.
Preserve Your Family's Story
Your loved one has a lifetime of stories that deserve to be remembered. Recording these memories is a beautiful gift for future generations.
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