HOSPICE OF THE CALUMET AREA INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 600 SUPERIOR AVE
MUNSTER, IN 46321 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 5, 1986
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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) | 19 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 4 |
44
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 HOSPICE OF THE CALUMET AREA 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
- General inpatient care (for pain or symptoms that cannot be managed elsewhere)
- 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HOSPICE OF THE CALUMET AREA INC compares to hospices nationwide.
18.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 92nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
38
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 day18.5 min
Ranks better than about 92% 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 weekends6.2%
Ranks better than about 29% 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 life91.1%
Ranks better than about 36% 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 visits13.9%
Ranks better than about 93% 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 care11.5%
Ranks better than about 19% 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 months26.9%
Ranks better than about 76% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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$5,916 · 2nd 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 55.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.5%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life55.4%
- All care steps completed99.8%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer40%
- Dementia13%
- Heart and circulatory disease12%
- Lung and respiratory disease6%
- Stroke8%
- Other conditions21%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Compassionate Support in Munster
Hospice of the Calumet Area Inc provides end-of-life care for families in Munster, Indiana. They focus on comfort and peace for patients facing a life-limiting illness. Their team works right in Lake County to help manage pain and offer emotional support. This care often happens in the patient's own home or a place that feels like home. The goal is simple. They want to make every day count for the people they serve. It is about dignity during a very hard time. Getting this kind of help early can change the whole experience for a family. Their team knows the local area well and works hard to meet the needs of their neighbors.
About HOSPICE OF THE CALUMET AREA INC
This provider has been Medicare certified since May 5, 1986. That is a long history of serving the community. They operate as a for-profit organization. Some families wonder if that makes a difference. The thing is, all Medicare-certified hospices must follow the same strict federal rules. They all have to meet high standards for care and safety. What sets them apart is their specific team and their approach to daily support. You should know that they have a long track record of working with Medicare. This means they are used to the regulations that keep care safe and consistent. Choosing a provider with this much history can offer a sense of stability. It shows they have been a part of the local health landscape for a long time.
High Quality Standards
Understanding Hospice Care in MUNSTER
Hospice care is not just about medical equipment or medicine. It is about a team approach to living well. In Munster, families have access to nurses, social workers, and chaplains. These people form a circle of support around the patient. But it is not just for the patient. The team also supports family members who are grieving or feeling overwhelmed. Many people wait too long to call for help. They think hospice is only for the very final days. That is a mistake. The truth is that hospice can provide months of support. It can help manage symptoms before they become a crisis. When you bring in help early, you get more time for meaningful conversations. You get more time to just be a family again.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right hospice is a big decision for your family. You deserve to feel sure about your choice. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. You should also ask how they handle pain management and if they have extra help for emotional needs. It is smart to ask how often the staff will visit your home. And do not be afraid to ask how they include family members in the plan of care. A good provider will be happy to answer these questions clearly. They should never rush you or make you feel like a burden. Trust your gut feeling when you talk to them. If they listen well, they will likely care well too.
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