FAITH HOSPICE INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 11827 W 112TH ST, STE 100
OVERLAND PARK, KS 66210 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- February 20, 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 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) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
5
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 FAITH HOSPICE INC 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 FAITH HOSPICE INC compares to hospices nationwide.
15.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 81st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
27
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 day15.8 min
Ranks better than about 81% 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 weekends6.6%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 life96.4%
Ranks better than about 74% 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 visits24.7%
Ranks better than about 84% 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 care3.3%
Ranks better than about 71% 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 months33.3%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 care10%
Ranks better than about 35% 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 hospice6.7%
Ranks better than about 5% 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$17,114 · 45th 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 65.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Breathing difficulty screening95.7%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life65.8%
- All care steps completed89.1%
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%
- Dementia23%
- Heart and circulatory disease28%
- Other conditions22%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Faith Hospice Inc in Overland Park
Faith Hospice Inc provides end of life care services for residents in the Overland Park area. They have served this community since early 2020. This freestanding hospice provider holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. Their team works to provide comfort during a difficult time. They operate out of their office on West 112th Street in Johnson County. Choosing the right hospice is a major step. This provider offers a clear record of service for local families to consider. They focus on meeting the needs of those they serve in the Kansas area. You can reach their office directly by phone to ask about their specific programs. It is a local option for those seeking hospice support.
About Faith Hospice Inc
Faith Hospice Inc is a for-profit organization. They have been certified by Medicare for several years now. This certification means they meet federal standards for hospice care. They also earned accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group reviews hospice agencies to ensure they follow strict safety rules. It shows the agency wants to maintain high standards for their patients. The team consists of five employees. This small group includes one registered nurse and one physician. That is a small, focused staff. Families should know that small teams can often provide very personal attention. You should ask how they coordinate care with your own doctors. Learning about their staff structure helps you see how they support daily needs. They focus on simple, direct care for every patient they admit.
What Is Hospice Care Like in OVERLAND PARK?
Hospice care in Overland Park focuses on comfort rather than a cure. It brings medical support directly to the home. Many families choose this path to improve quality of life. You will find that hospice teams work together to manage pain and symptoms. This agency uses a small team of five people to assist patients. With one registered nurse and one physician, they offer a direct line of clinical care. Other staff members round out the team to provide support. They help with physical and emotional needs. These services exist to make every day more comfortable. The goal is to keep the patient in a familiar setting. Most families find that this home-based model helps them stay close to their loved ones. It is a standard way to manage end of life care in Kansas.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel empowered when talking to a hospice office. Start by asking how quickly they can respond to a sudden need. Ask how they manage pain at home during the night or on weekends. It is good to know who will visit the house and how often. You might also ask if they have experience with specific illnesses. Ask how they include the family in the plan of care. Do not be afraid to ask about their staff turnover or how they train their team. You deserve clear answers to these questions. They are there to serve you. Take your time to find the right fit for your family. A good provider will welcome these questions. They should explain their process in words you can easily understand.
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