HEARTLAND HOSPICE DAVENPORT
Provider Information
- Address
- 5139 UTICA RIDGE RD
DAVENPORT, IA 52807 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 21, 2003
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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) | 12 |
| Volunteers | 2 |
26
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 HEARTLAND HOSPICE DAVENPORT 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HEARTLAND HOSPICE DAVENPORT compares to hospices nationwide.
10 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 25th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
128
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 day10 min
Ranks better than about 25% 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 weekends6.4%
Ranks better than about 31% 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 life96.8%
Ranks better than about 77% 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 visits57.8%
Ranks better than about 43% 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 care8.7%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 months47.8%
Ranks better than about 22% 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 care4.3%
Ranks better than about 65% 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 hospice1.4%
Ranks better than about 45% 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$19,556 · 58th 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 81.1% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment99.2%
- 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 life81.1%
- 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.
- Cancer14%
- Dementia15%
- Heart and circulatory disease21%
- Lung and respiratory disease8%
- Stroke28%
- Other conditions19%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Supportive Care in Davenport
Heartland Hospice Davenport provides end-of-life care for families living in Scott County, Iowa. They offer comfort-focused medical support and emotional guidance directly to your home. The team helps manage symptoms so your loved one can spend their time in familiar surroundings. It is all about dignity and peace during a difficult season. This provider has served the Davenport community for over two decades. They focus on the whole person rather than just the illness. Getting the right support early makes a big difference for everyone involved. That is why they are a trusted choice in the region. You deserve a team that listens and responds with real kindness every single day.
About HEARTLAND HOSPICE DAVENPORT
This hospice operates as a non-profit organization. They have been Medicare certified since March 21, 2003. That is over 20 years of experience helping local families. Being non-profit means they often reinvest their time and resources back into patient care. You can find them at 5139 Utica Ridge Rd in Davenport. The thing is, choosing a provider is a very personal decision. You want a team with deep roots in the community. Their long history of certification shows they meet strict federal standards for quality and safety. You can feel confident knowing they have been vetted by Medicare for a long time. They understand the specific needs of residents in Scott County. It makes a difference to have a local team that knows your neighborhood.
High Quality Ratings
Understanding Hospice Care in DAVENPORT
Hospice is not a place you go, but a type of care you receive wherever you live. In Davenport, this means nurses and aides come to your house or an assisted living facility. The goal is to lower pain and increase comfort. Most families start hospice when doctors suggest that curative treatments are no longer the best path. It is a shift in focus from fixing a problem to improving the quality of your remaining days. Many people wait too long to call for help. The truth is, hospice can provide support for months, not just days. So, reach out as soon as you have questions. You do not have to walk this path alone. Having extra hands to help with chores and medical needs is a huge relief for caregivers.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have the right to pick the hospice that feels best for your family. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. Ask who will be on your core team, such as doctors, nurses, or social workers. You should also ask how they help with emotional and spiritual support for both the patient and the family. Find out if they have volunteers who can sit with your loved one to give you a break. Do not be afraid to ask these questions during your first meeting. A good hospice team will be happy to explain their process clearly. They want you to feel comfortable and informed. This is your life and your time, so make sure the fit is right.
Preserve Your Family's Story
Your loved one has a lifetime of memories and wisdom to share. Capturing these stories now creates a lasting treasure for your family to hold onto forever.
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