HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 200 MILL ROAD
FAIRHAVEN, MA 02719 - Ownership Type
- Other
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 16, 1993
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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) | 29 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 15 |
| Physicians | 2 |
78
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 AND PALLIATIVE CARE 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE compares to hospices nationwide.
13.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 66th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
207
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 day13.8 min
Ranks better than about 66% 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 weekends11.8%
Ranks better than about 79% 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 life97.8%
Ranks better than about 85% 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 visits39.9%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 care12.4%
Ranks better than about 16% 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 months32.2%
Ranks better than about 63% 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 care13%
Ranks better than about 23% 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 hospice1.7%
Ranks better than about 41% 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$12,447 · 21st 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 38.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.8%
- Pain assessment99.9%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.9%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.5%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.9%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99.8%
- Visits in the last days of life38.4%
- All care steps completed99.1%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer26%
- Dementia17%
- Heart and circulatory disease15%
- Lung and respiratory disease13%
- Stroke6%
- Other conditions24%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice and Palliative Care in Fairhaven
Hospice and Palliative Care provides compassionate end-of-life support for residents in Fairhaven, Massachusetts. Based at 200 Mill Road, this team focuses on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for those facing serious illness. They serve the Bristol County community with a dedicated approach to medical and emotional care. The thing is, choosing a partner for this journey is a deeply personal decision. This provider works to ensure that families in Fairhaven have the help they need during their most difficult moments. They prioritize managing pain and symptoms so that every day can be lived as fully as possible. It is about more than just medicine. It is about being there when it matters most. That is the core of what they offer to the local community.
About HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE
This provider has been Medicare certified since March 16, 1993. That is over three decades of experience in the field. They operate under an 'Other' ownership status, which often means they function as part of a larger health system or specialized community agency. What most people do not realize is that long-standing certification acts as a track record. It shows they have met federal standards for a very long time. When you look at their history, you see a commitment that has stood the test of time. Families should know that this longevity often leads to strong ties with local doctors and hospitals. It can make the transition to hospice care much smoother. They understand how to move within the local healthcare network. This helps keep the focus where it belongs: on the patient and their loved ones.
High Quality Standards
Understanding Hospice Care in FAIRHAVEN
Finding the right hospice in Bristol County means looking for a team that fits your family's needs. Many families assume hospice only happens in a hospital building. But the truth is, most care happens right where the patient lives. That could be a private home, an assisted living facility, or a nursing home. The goal is to provide a support system that comes to you. Local providers like this one understand the specific resources available in Fairhaven. They know the local pharmacies, the nearby doctors, and the community services. This local knowledge is a hidden benefit. It saves you time and keeps things simple when you are already feeling overwhelmed. And that is a big deal. When you have a team that knows the neighborhood, they can act faster. They can coordinate care more effectively. That gives you more time to just be a family.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice provider is a big step. You should feel comfortable asking hard questions. Here are a few to get you started:
- How quickly can a nurse get to my home if there is an emergency at night?
- What specific role will the volunteers play in my loved one's daily care?
- How does your team handle communication with our current family doctor?
- Can you explain how you help family members cope with grief?
Take your time with these. Do not feel rushed to pick a provider before you have clear answers. It is okay to ask for a meeting or a phone call with their team. You want to hear the tone of their voice. You want to see if they listen to your specific worries. Trust your gut feeling. If something feels right, it probably is.
Keep Your Family Stories Alive
During this time, the stories you share are more precious than ever. Recording memories can bring comfort to everyone in the family.
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