CLEAR PATH HOSPICE OF WICHITA LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 1861 N ROCK ROAD
WICHITA, KS 67206 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 18, 2013
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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) | 4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 3 |
15
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 CLEAR PATH HOSPICE OF WICHITA 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
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.
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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how CLEAR PATH HOSPICE OF WICHITA LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
11.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 40th 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 day11.4 min
Ranks better than about 40% 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 weekends8.7%
Ranks better than about 59% 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 life93.7%
Ranks better than about 51% 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 visits69.9%
Ranks better than about 26% 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 care4.2%
Ranks better than about 66% 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 months31.3%
Ranks better than about 65% 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 care22.9%
Ranks better than about 4% 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 hospice2.1%
Ranks better than about 36% 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$20,337 · 62nd 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 48.2% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening98.6%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment94.1%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life48.2%
- All care steps completed95.8%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer48%
- Dementia20%
- Lung and respiratory disease13%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Clear Path Hospice of Wichita
Clear Path Hospice of Wichita LLC serves the Wichita, Kansas area with compassionate end-of-life support. They focus on comfort and quality of life for patients facing a terminal illness. Their team works hard to provide care that meets the physical and emotional needs of every family they serve. You will find their office on North Rock Road in Sedgwick County. Choosing a hospice provider is a deeply personal decision. It helps to have a team that is nearby and ready to step in when you need them most. That is exactly what this local team aims to do every day for their community.
About Clear Path Hospice of Wichita LLC
Clear Path Hospice of Wichita LLC is a for-profit hospice provider. They have been Medicare certified since April 18, 2013. This long history shows they have stayed committed to federal standards for over a decade. What does this mean for you? It means they have passed regular checks to ensure they give safe and reliable care. For-profit status means they operate as a business, but they must still follow the same strict rules as any other hospice. Families should know that they have a proven track record in the Wichita area. That said, you should always feel free to ask them about their specific experience with your loved one's needs. It is your right to know who is coming into your home to help. They are there to support you through every step of this journey.
Quality of Care Rating
Understanding Hospice Care in Wichita
Hospice care in Wichita is about more than just medicine. It is about surrounding a loved one with a team that cares about their peace and dignity. Most people think hospice is only for the very last days of life. The truth is that hospice can help for months, not just weeks or days. When you choose a provider in Sedgwick County, you get access to nurses, aides, and social workers. They come to your home, a nursing facility, or a hospital. The goal is to manage pain and symptoms so you can focus on being a family again. Here is the thing—you do not have to do this alone. There are resources in our city designed to walk this path with you. Asking for help is the first step toward getting the right support for your loved one.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Selecting the right team is a big deal. You want to feel confident in the people you invite into your life. First, ask how quickly they can respond when an emergency happens at night or on a weekend. You need to know that help is just a phone call away. Second, ask how they manage pain and other symptoms to keep your loved one comfortable. It is okay to ask for specific examples of how they handle tough days. Third, ask how they support the family emotionally. Do they offer counseling or help with daily tasks? Finally, ask if they have experience with your loved one's specific illness. A good provider will be happy to answer these questions clearly. If they seem rushed or avoid your questions, keep looking until you find the right fit for your family.
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