HOSPICE OF JACKSON COUNTY
Provider Information
- Address
- 611 WEST QUARRY STREET
MAQUOKETA, IA 52060 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 12, 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) | 6 |
| Physicians | 1 |
16
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 JACKSON COUNTY 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HOSPICE OF JACKSON COUNTY compares to hospices nationwide.
16.2 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 83rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
29
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 day16.2 min
Ranks better than about 83% 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 weekends6.1%
Ranks better than about 27% 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 life98.4%
Ranks better than about 88% 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 visits7.3%
Ranks better than about 97% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 months54.3%
Ranks better than about 12% 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 care8.6%
Ranks better than about 43% 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)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$14,593 · 31st 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 8 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 89% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening93.2%
- Pain assessment92.9%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.2%
- Breathing difficulty treatment97%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life90.4%
- All care steps completed89%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer27%
- Dementia22%
- Heart and circulatory disease23%
- Stroke8%
- 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 Jackson County
Hospice of Jackson County serves families across Maquoketa, Iowa, and the surrounding areas. They provide comfort-focused care for people facing a life-limiting illness. Their team focuses on managing pain and supporting the emotional needs of both patients and their loved ones. By providing care directly in your home, they help keep your family together during a difficult time. The goal is always to improve quality of life when it matters most. That is what hospice is truly about.
About Hospice of Jackson County
Hospice of Jackson County operates as a non-profit organization. This means they put their resources directly back into the care they provide to the community. They earned their Medicare certification on September 12, 2003. That is over two decades of experience serving this region. Choosing a non-profit can often mean a focus on mission rather than profit. When you meet with them at their West Quarry Street office, you will see that dedication firsthand. They know the local landscape well. Having a team that understands your community can make a big difference for your family. It helps to have people who care about your neighbors standing by your side.
Top-Tier Quality Care
Understanding Hospice Care in Maquoketa
Hospice is not a place you go to give up. It is a way to get the right help where you live. In Jackson County, hospice teams visit your home to provide nursing, medical supplies, and emotional support. They handle the complex logistics of care so you can focus on being a family member instead of a caregiver. The thing is, many families wait too long to call. You can start hospice care sooner than you think. It is available for anyone with a terminal illness who chooses comfort over aggressive, curative treatments. You are in control of the care plan at every step. That is a piece of mind that many families in Iowa find very comforting.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice team is a big decision for your family. Start by asking these questions to see if they are the right fit for you:
- How quickly can a nurse or doctor arrive at my home if an emergency happens?
- What specific training does your team have for managing difficult pain or symptoms?
- How do you support family members who are grieving?
- Can you explain how your team works with my current primary care doctor?
And remember, you do not have to settle. Listen to your gut during your first meeting. The right team should feel like a partner. They should answer your questions with patience and clarity. If they seem rushed or use words you do not understand, keep looking. You deserve a team that speaks your language.
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