HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE AT HAYSMED
Provider Information
- Address
- 2220 CANTERBURY DRIVE
HAYS, KS 67601 - Ownership Type
- Other
- Medicare Certified Since
- December 14, 1995
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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 August 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) | 3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
7
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 & PALLIATIVE CARE AT HAYSMED 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 2017.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE AT HAYSMED compares to hospices nationwide.
18.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 93rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
8
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 day18.8 min
Ranks better than about 93% 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 weekends12.9%
Ranks better than about 83% 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 life99.2%
Ranks better than about 91% 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 visits0%
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 care13%
Ranks better than about 13% 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 months4.3%
Ranks better than about 97% 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$3,324 · 1st 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 88.9% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening98.7%
- Pain assessment94.5%
- Breathing difficulty screening98.1%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.6%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.4%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.7%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids95.7%
- Visits in the last days of life88.9%
- All care steps completed93.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer26%
- Heart and circulatory disease8%
- Lung and respiratory disease12%
- Other conditions53%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice & Palliative Care at HaysMed
Hospice & Palliative Care at HaysMed serves families in Hays, Kansas. They provide end-of-life care focused on comfort and support. This group has served the local area since 1995. They operate as a hospital-based program to provide care for patients in Ellis County. The team works to honor the wishes of each person they serve. Their goal is to keep patients comfortable at home or in a facility. This provider holds a long history of serving the community. It represents a steady presence for those needing specialized support near home.
About Hospice & Palliative Care at HaysMed
This provider operates under a hospital ownership structure. They earned Medicare certification in 1995. This long record of certification shows they follow strict federal rules for patient safety. Families should know that Medicare certification means they must meet high standards for medical care and staff training. This matters because it ensures a baseline of quality for your loved one. The team maintains a small, focused group of professionals to manage care needs. They have seven total staff members. This includes three registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. Having a dedicated nursing team helps ensure that someone is always watching over the patient. You can feel sure about the level of oversight provided by this team. They follow clear rules to keep the quality of their care high.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Hays?
Hospice care in Hays focuses on the needs of the patient and their family. The team visits patients where they live. This might be a private home or a care facility. They provide medical support to manage pain and other symptoms. The staff includes registered nurses and a licensed practical nurse. These nurses handle the clinical side of care. They also help families understand what to expect. Care is about more than medicine. It is about dignity and comfort. The nurses coordinate with doctors to adjust care plans as needs change over time. This local team works to keep support personal and close to home. They bring care to your doorstep. That is how they help families stay together during a hard time.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking the right hospice team is a big step. You should feel comfortable with the people who will enter your home. Ask these questions to learn more. First, ask how quickly a nurse can arrive if a sudden problem occurs at night or on a weekend. Second, ask how the team helps with emotional support for family members. Third, ask what specific tasks the nurses perform during their regular visits. Finally, ask how they coordinate with the patient's main doctor. Getting clear answers helps you make a choice that fits your family. You deserve to know how the team operates. Take your time to get the facts. A good provider will be happy to answer every single question you have.
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