HOSPICE OF THE MIDWEST, LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 9249 NORTH PARK DRIVE
JOHNSTON, IA 50131 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- January 21, 2016
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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) | 21 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Volunteers | 3 |
52
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 MIDWEST, LLC 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 HOSPICE OF THE MIDWEST, LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
15.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 81st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
135
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 day15.8 min
Ranks better than about 81% 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 life95.7%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 visits24.6%
Ranks better than about 85% 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 care5%
Ranks better than about 60% 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 months46.7%
Ranks better than about 24% 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 care6.7%
Ranks better than about 52% 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 hospice1.7%
Ranks better than about 41% 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$14,917 · 33rd 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 78.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.5%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.3%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.6%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life78.6%
- 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.
- Cancer20%
- Dementia39%
- Heart and circulatory disease19%
- Lung and respiratory disease6%
- Stroke4%
- Other conditions14%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice of the Midwest, LLC
Hospice of the Midwest, LLC serves families in Johnston, Iowa, and the surrounding Polk County area. They offer specialized end-of-life care focused on comfort, dignity, and support. Choosing the right team during this time is a heavy task. This provider works to ensure that patients stay comfortable in their own homes or care facilities. They focus on the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of every person they serve. It is about making each day count. You want a team that truly listens to your needs. This group provides a full range of hospice services to help manage symptoms and offer peace of mind. They act as a steady partner for you and your loved ones during a very difficult season of life. You are not alone in this process.
About HOSPICE OF THE MIDWEST, LLC
Hospice of the Midwest, LLC is a for-profit hospice provider. They earned their Medicare certification on January 21, 2016. That means they have been serving the community for several years now. What most people do not realize is that for-profit status does not change the core mission of hospice. The goal is always to provide high-quality care at the end of life. Federal rules monitor these providers to ensure they meet strict standards of safety and care. Being Medicare-certified is a big deal. It proves they follow national guidelines set for your protection. You can feel confident knowing they have been vetted by the government. This provider is located at 9249 North Park Drive in Johnston. They have a proven track record of serving the local area with care and attention to detail. That is the kind of stability families need.
Quality Performance
Understanding Hospice Care in JOHNSTON
Finding the right care in Polk County can feel like a maze. But it does not have to be that hard. Hospice care is not just about the final days. It is about living as well as possible for as long as possible. Many families wait too long to reach out for help. The truth is that hospice can start much sooner than you think. In Johnston, you have access to teams that bring the support right to your door. They provide medicine, equipment, and emotional support for the whole family. And they do this wherever you call home. You might be surprised by how much weight this lifts off your shoulders. The focus here is always on the patient's wishes. It is about choosing comfort over hospital visits. That is a powerful choice to make for someone you love dearly.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You need to talk with the team before you sign any papers. It is your right to ask hard questions. Start by asking how quickly they can get a nurse to your home in an emergency. Speed matters when someone is in pain. Ask how they handle care during the night or on the weekends. You need to know that someone will answer the phone. Here is another good one: ask how they support the family after the patient passes away. Grief support is a huge part of what they do. You should also ask about their staff's experience with your specific health needs. Do they have a chaplain or a social worker on their team? These people are vital for complete care. Never feel rushed. Take your time to find the right fit for your family.
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