INTERIM HEALTH CARE OF TOPEKA
Provider Information
- Address
- 1251 SW ARROWHEAD SUITE 103
TOPEKA, KS 66604 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- December 23, 2016
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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) | 12 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Physicians | 2 |
42
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 INTERIM HEALTH CARE OF TOPEKA 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
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how INTERIM HEALTH CARE OF TOPEKA compares to hospices nationwide.
14.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 75th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
103
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 day14.9 min
Ranks better than about 75% 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 weekends4.6%
Ranks better than about 12% 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 life96.1%
Ranks better than about 71% 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 visits24.6%
Ranks better than about 85% 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 care4.8%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 months50.5%
Ranks better than about 16% 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 care7.6%
Ranks better than about 48% 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$20,402 · 63rd 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 74.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment83.3%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment97.1%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids96.4%
- Visits in the last days of life74.7%
- All care steps completed92.2%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer12%
- Dementia32%
- Heart and circulatory disease42%
- Lung and respiratory disease9%
- Other conditions5%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Support for Your Loved Ones
Interim Health Care of Topeka provides compassionate end-of-life support to families across Shawnee County. Located at 1251 SW Arrowhead Suite 103, this team focuses on comfort, dignity, and quality of life. They serve patients right in their own homes or care facilities. Choosing a partner for this journey is a heavy task. But having local experts who understand your needs can make a real difference. They bring professional care directly to your door in Topeka, Kansas.
About Interim Health Care of Topeka
This provider operates as a for-profit organization. They have held their Medicare certification since December 23, 2016. That means they have served the community for several years now. What families should know is that they meet strict federal standards for hospice care. This is a big deal. It shows they follow rules meant to protect your loved one. They are committed to high standards of care every single day. Being in business this long suggests they know how to handle the complex needs of local families. You deserve a team that is both experienced and reliable.
Quality Ratings You Can Trust
Understanding Hospice Care in Topeka
Hospice is not about giving up. It is about choosing comfort when a cure is no longer an option. In Topeka, you have access to teams that manage pain and help with daily needs. The goal is simple. They want to keep your loved one comfortable and surrounded by family. Most people don't realize that hospice also includes emotional support for you. It covers everything from spiritual guidance to help with grief. The team acts as a bridge during a very hard time. They take the weight off your shoulders so you can focus on being a daughter, a son, or a spouse. You are never doing this alone.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel empowered to ask tough questions. Here are a few to get you started:
- How fast can a nurse arrive if there is an emergency at night?
- How does your team handle pain management for complex symptoms?
- What specific support do you provide for family caregivers?
- Can you help us understand what to expect in the final weeks?
The answers will help you see if they are the right fit. Trust your gut. You know your loved one best. If a provider cannot answer these clearly, keep looking. Your peace of mind matters most here.
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