ACCORD HOSPICE OF MANHATTAN LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 3246 KIMBALL AVENUE
MANHATTAN, KS 66503 - Ownership Type
- Other
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 27, 2014
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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) | 0 |
2
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 ACCORD HOSPICE OF MANHATTAN 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 2014.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ACCORD HOSPICE OF MANHATTAN LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
19.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 94th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
23
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 day19.4 min
Ranks better than about 94% 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 weekends6.7%
Ranks better than about 35% 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 life95.6%
Ranks better than about 66% 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 visits14.6%
Ranks better than about 93% 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 care11.5%
Ranks better than about 19% 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 months19.2%
Ranks better than about 89% 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 care11.5%
Ranks better than about 29% 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 hospice3.8%
Ranks better than about 18% 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$12,400 · 20th 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 68.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.0%
- Pain assessment98.5%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment97.0%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.0%
- Visits in the last days of life68.4%
- All care steps completed95.0%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer17%
- Dementia26%
- Heart and circulatory disease16%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Other conditions33%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Accord Hospice of Manhattan
Accord Hospice of Manhattan serves families across the Riley County area. They operate as a freestanding hospice provider located on Kimball Avenue. This organization holds accreditation from the ACHC, which shows they meet specific standards for patient safety. They have been certified by Medicare since the fall of 2014. Their team works to provide end-of-life care for patients in their own homes or local settings. Finding the right support during this time is a major decision for your family. This provider offers services in the Manhattan region to help meet those needs. They focus on maintaining quality standards set by federal guidelines. Choosing a local provider often makes coordination much easier for everyone involved in daily care.
About ACCORD HOSPICE OF MANHATTAN LLC
This agency operates under an other ownership structure rather than being part of a larger hospital system. They have maintained a Medicare certification for over a decade. The ACHC accreditation is a voluntary process that tests how well a hospice follows best practices. It means an outside group reviewed their policies to ensure they align with high quality benchmarks. Families should know that this accreditation serves as a mark of external oversight. It is not required for operation, but it signals that the agency invests in their own performance. The team includes two staff members who manage operations and care coordination. You should ask how they arrange for nursing visits since they do not have registered nurses on their direct employee roster. Understanding these details helps you plan for the level of care your loved one will receive each day.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in MANHATTAN?
Hospice care in Kansas focuses on comfort and dignity for the patient. Teams provide care wherever the patient calls home. This might be a private house, an assisted living facility, or a nursing home. Local providers manage symptoms and offer emotional support to the whole family. The goal is to improve quality of life during a very difficult time. At Accord Hospice of Manhattan, the team consists of two employees. Because they do not report direct registered nurse employees, you should ask about their specific staffing model for clinical visits. They work to coordinate care plans that fit the needs of residents in Manhattan. Most hospice care relies on a team approach. This includes doctors, nurses, and social workers working together. You should feel comfortable asking how they bring in extra help when the needs of the patient change over time.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You need clear answers before picking a hospice agency. Start by asking how they handle medical emergencies after business hours. You should also ask how quickly a nurse can reach your home if a crisis occurs. It is helpful to ask about their specific experience with the condition your loved one has. Ask if they provide any extra services like music therapy or grief counseling for family members. You should also ask how they communicate changes in the care plan to the family. Finally, ask for a list of the local facilities they work with most often. These questions will help you understand their daily routine. Getting these answers early makes the transition to hospice care much smoother for everyone involved. Do not feel rushed to make a choice until you have all the facts you need to feel comfortable.
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Your loved one has a unique history that deserves to be remembered. Recording their favorite memories and life lessons is a gift for future generations.
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