HERITAGE HOSPICE, INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 120 ENTERPRISE DRIVE
DANVILLE, KY 40422 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- December 16, 1988
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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) | 2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 4 |
| Physicians | 2 |
36
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 HERITAGE 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 2018.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HERITAGE HOSPICE, INC compares to hospices nationwide.
20.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 96th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
83
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 day20.6 min
Ranks better than about 96% 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 weekends3.9%
Ranks better than about 8% 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 life94.2%
Ranks better than about 55% 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 visits46.7%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 care9.4%
Ranks better than about 30% 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 months24.7%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 care1.2%
Ranks better than about 80% 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 hospice1.2%
Ranks better than about 48% 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)87th 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$9,409 · 9th 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 1 required care step for new patients here.
- Visits in the last days of life53.9%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer29%
- Dementia20%
- Heart and circulatory disease14%
- Lung and respiratory disease11%
- Stroke9%
- Other conditions17%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Care in Danville
Heritage Hospice, Inc provides end-of-life care for residents in Danville, Kentucky, and the surrounding Boyle County area. Their team focuses on comfort, dignity, and support for families during a difficult season of life. They offer specialized hospice services designed to manage pain and improve quality of life when curative treatments are no longer the focus. Choosing a local provider means having a team nearby that understands the community and can respond to your needs quickly. It is about having someone in your corner when you need it most. They have been a part of the local healthcare landscape for many years, serving neighbors with a clear, steady mission of compassion.
About HERITAGE HOSPICE, INC
Heritage Hospice, Inc operates as a non-profit organization. This is a key detail for families. Being non-profit often means that money is put back into patient care and staff training rather than dividends for investors. The agency has been Medicare certified since December 16, 1988, which shows a long history of meeting federal standards. That is over three decades of operation in the hospice field. When you look at their history, you are looking at a provider that has stood the test of time. Families should know that this longevity reflects a commitment to the community. They have built their reputation on consistent service and reliable care for people in Boyle County. You can feel confident knowing they have navigated changes in healthcare for many years.
High Quality Ratings
Understanding Hospice Care in DANVILLE
Hospice is not a place you go, but a type of care that comes to you. In Danville, most hospice services take place right in your own home. The goal is simple. It is about keeping a loved one comfortable and surrounded by familiar things. Nurses, aides, and social workers visit to help with physical pain and emotional stress. The thing is, many people wait too long to call for help. They think hospice is only for the final few days. But the truth is that hospice can provide months of support if you start sooner. When you choose a provider, you are inviting a team of experts into your home to help manage symptoms. It changes the focus from fixing an illness to honoring the person.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team is a big decision. You need to feel comfortable with the people you invite into your life. First, ask how quickly they can respond if a crisis happens in the middle of the night. You want to know they are truly available 24/7. Next, ask about their experience with your loved one’s specific health condition. Some teams have deeper expertise in certain areas than others. It is also wise to ask how they support the family after a loss. Grief support is a vital part of the hospice promise. Finally, ask what the plan is if the patient needs to go to a hospital or a different care setting. Clarity on these points will help you feel much more prepared.
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