HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE, INC.
Provider Information
- Address
- 2505 DAVIS ROAD
WALDORF, MD 20603 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- October 25, 1991
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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) | 9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
33
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 HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE, INC. reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Provided directly by this hospice
- 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 2014.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE, INC. compares to hospices nationwide.
11.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 43rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
77
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 day11.7 min
Ranks better than about 43% 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 weekends8.1%
Ranks better than about 52% 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%
Ranks better than about 54% 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 visits70.5%
Ranks better than about 25% 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 care14.7%
Ranks better than about 9% 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 months29.3%
Ranks better than about 71% 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 care10.7%
Ranks better than about 32% 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 hospice1.3%
Ranks better than about 47% 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)96th 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$11,196 · 15th 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 47.1% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.7%
- Pain assessment99.7%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.7%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids97.5%
- Visits in the last days of life47.1%
- All care steps completed98.7%
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%
- Dementia9%
- Heart and circulatory disease13%
- Lung and respiratory disease13%
- Stroke24%
- Other conditions14%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice of the Chesapeake in Waldorf
Hospice of the Chesapeake, Inc. provides hospice care for families in Waldorf, Maryland. This provider operates as a non-profit organization. They hold accreditation from the Community Health Accreditation Partner, or CHAP. This ensures they meet standards for care and safety. Families in Charles County can look to this provider for end of life support. They have been certified by Medicare since October of 1991. The team works to help patients stay comfortable in their own homes. Choosing a provider is a major step. Having a long history of certification shows they have served this area for a long time. It is helpful to know they follow national guidelines for their care programs. They aim to support the needs of both patients and their loved ones during this time.
About Hospice of the Chesapeake, Inc.
This provider operates as a non-profit organization. This structure often means the agency puts any extra money back into their care programs. They have held Medicare certification for over three decades. This is a long track record in the hospice field. The CHAP accreditation is also a sign of quality. CHAP is a group that checks if a hospice meets strict rules for health and safety. They visit the office to look at records and talk to the staff. Passing these checks means the agency stays up to date with best practices. For your family, this means the staff has training and follows clear rules. You should feel comfortable asking about their specific team members. Knowing they have been active since 1991 can give you peace of mind. It shows they have deep roots in the community. They are a freestanding hospice agency.
Quality Overview
What Is Hospice Care Like in Waldorf?
Hospice care in Waldorf focuses on comfort and pain relief for the patient. A team of experts visits the home to provide care. At this location, the staff includes nine registered nurses. They also have one licensed practical nurse on the team. These nurses are the ones who usually visit to check on symptoms. They coordinate with doctors to keep the patient as comfortable as possible. The team has 33 total employees ready to help. That is a good size for a local office. They do not currently use volunteers in their care plans. This means the professional staff handles all the visits and support. You can expect regular check ins from these nurses. They will help manage medications and explain what to expect. This team approach helps keep the patient at home where they feel safe and secure.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking the right hospice requires asking the right questions. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can come to the home if an emergency happens. You should also ask who will answer the phone at night or on weekends. It is good to know if they have a doctor on call for urgent issues. Ask how they manage pain and other symptoms that might cause distress. You can also ask how they talk to the patient's regular doctor. Clear communication between the hospice team and the family doctor is vital. Ask about the specific services they offer for family support or grief counseling. Do not feel rushed to make a choice. Take your time to get the answers that matter most to your family. You want to feel confident in the care plan they create for your loved one.
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