AHC HOME HEALTH OF KANSAS, LLC (HOSPICE)
Provider Information
- Address
- 4700 INDIAN CREEK PARKWAY
OVERLAND PARK, KS 66207 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 8, 2020
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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) | 4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
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 AHC HOME HEALTH OF KANSAS, LLC (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
- 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 AHC HOME HEALTH OF KANSAS, LLC (HOSPICE) compares to hospices nationwide.
12.2 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 50th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
69
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 day12.2 min
Ranks better than about 50% 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%
Ranks better than about 26% 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 visits44.3%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 care6.2%
Ranks better than about 51% 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 months30.9%
Ranks better than about 66% 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 care13.4%
Ranks better than about 22% 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%
Ranks better than about 50% 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)67th 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$20,884 · 65th 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 69.1% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment98.9%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.4%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids97.4%
- Visits in the last days of life69.1%
- All care steps completed98.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer10%
- Dementia16%
- Heart and circulatory disease16%
- Lung and respiratory disease7%
- Stroke39%
- Other conditions15%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About AHC Home Health of Kansas
AHC Home Health of Kansas provides hospice services to families in Overland Park. This for-profit provider has been certified by Medicare since June 2020. They hold accreditation from the Community Health Accreditation Partner, also known as CHAP. This group works to ensure that hospice agencies follow national safety standards for patient care. It is a sign of their commitment to meeting high expectations in the healthcare field.
Provider Details
This is a freestanding hospice agency. Being for-profit means they operate under specific business standards set by the state and federal government. They maintain a small team of seven employees to manage their daily operations. This includes a dedicated staff of four registered nurses who oversee clinical care. They do not currently use volunteers or licensed practical nurses. Families should know that CHAP accreditation means an outside group checked their work. This helps ensure that the care provided meets clear rules for quality and safety. You can ask them about their specific processes during your first meeting.
High Quality Standards
What Is Hospice Care Like in Overland Park?
Hospice care in Johnson County focuses on comfort for people with serious health conditions. The goal is to manage pain and support the family during a difficult time. This specific agency uses a team of four registered nurses to deliver care. They work to address the needs of each patient within the local community. Because they are a smaller team, they can provide focused attention to those they serve. You can expect them to coordinate with your doctors to manage symptoms effectively. This ensures that the care plan stays current as the needs of your loved one change over time.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
It helps to have a list of questions ready when you interview an agency. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can reach your home during an emergency. You should also ask how they handle pain management and comfort needs after business hours. Find out how they communicate changes in a patient's condition to the family members. Ask about their experience with the specific diagnosis of your loved one. These questions help you understand how they will support your family. It is your right to get clear answers before you make a final decision.
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