SOLOMON VALLEY HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 400 WEST 8TH ST
BELOIT, KS 67420 - Ownership Type
- Government
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 5, 1998
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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) | 5 |
| Volunteers | 8 |
6
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 SOLOMON VALLEY HOSPICE 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
- Both supplied directly and through outside suppliers
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 SOLOMON VALLEY HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
24 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 98th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
3
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 day24 min
Ranks better than about 98% 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 weekends7.5%
Ranks better than about 45% 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 life95.4%
Ranks better than about 64% 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 visits3.3%
Ranks better than about 99% 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 care18.2%
Ranks better than about 5% 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 months27.3%
Ranks better than about 75% 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)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$6,371 · 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 7 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 70.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening94.3%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment95%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life70.8%
- All care steps completed91.4%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer32%
- Other conditions25%
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 Beloit
Solomon Valley Hospice serves families throughout Mitchell County and the surrounding Beloit area. They provide specialized medical, emotional, and spiritual care for people facing a life-limiting illness. Choosing a hospice team is a deeply personal decision that changes the rhythm of your home life. This team works hard to keep your loved one comfortable and peaceful. They bring professional care directly to the place where you live. It is all about maintaining dignity while managing symptoms with expertise and deep compassion. That is their primary goal for every single family they serve.
About Solomon Valley Hospice
Solomon Valley Hospice operates as a government-owned provider. They have been Medicare certified since May 5, 1998. This long history shows a commitment to the local community that spans over two decades. Being government-owned often means the focus stays strictly on meeting community needs rather than generating corporate profit. Families should know that this longevity reflects stability in a healthcare landscape that changes quite often. You want a team that knows the local doctors and the local culture. They have been part of the fabric of Mitchell County for a very long time. That kind of local presence provides a sense of security for families during a difficult transition. You are not just a number to them.
High Quality Standards
Understanding Hospice Care in Beloit
Finding the right care in a rural setting like Beloit requires knowing your options. Hospice is not a place you go to give up. It is a philosophy of care that focuses on comfort when a cure is no longer the main goal. The thing is, many families wait too long to call for help. They think hospice is only for the very last days of life. But it can actually provide months of support for both the patient and the caregivers. The team helps with pain, errands, and even emotional support for the whole family. And it is fully covered by Medicare for those who qualify. You deserve to have extra hands on deck during this season of life.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel empowered to ask tough questions when you interview a hospice team. First, ask how quickly they can get a nurse to your home in the middle of the night. You need to know that help is just a phone call away. Second, ask what their plan is for managing sudden pain or breathing issues. You want clear answers, not vague promises. Third, ask how they support family members after a loss. Grief support is a huge part of the hospice mission. And finally, ask if they have volunteers who can sit with your loved one to give you a break. Do not settle for anything less than a team that listens to your specific concerns.
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