HEALTH ALLIANCE HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 60 HOSPITAL ROAD
LEOMINSTER, MA 01453 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- December 19, 1989
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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) | 6 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 10 |
14
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 HEALTH ALLIANCE HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Both provided directly and arranged with other facilities
- 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HEALTH ALLIANCE HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
12.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 55th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
26
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 day12.7 min
Ranks better than about 55% 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%
Ranks better than about 75% 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 life97.1%
Ranks better than about 80% 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 visits29.6%
Ranks better than about 79% 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 care11.1%
Ranks better than about 20% 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 months11.1%
Ranks better than about 95% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 hospice3.7%
Ranks better than about 19% 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)95th 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$6,797 · 3rd 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 80.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.7%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99.5%
- Visits in the last days of life80.8%
- All care steps completed99.7%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer15%
- Dementia15%
- Heart and circulatory disease17%
- Lung and respiratory disease21%
- Other conditions31%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Health Alliance Home Health and Hospice in Leominster
Health Alliance Home Health and Hospice serves the Leominster area from its base at 60 Hospital Road. They provide home health and end-of-life care services to residents in Worcester County. Medicare certified since 1989, this agency brings over three decades of local experience to families in need. They operate as a non-profit organization focused on serving the community. You can reach their team directly at (978) 342-6013 to discuss specific care options for your loved one. Finding the right support helps families manage health changes at home. This agency remains a long-standing fixture in the local medical community.
About Health Alliance Home Health and Hospice
This agency functions as a non-profit provider. Being non-profit often means the organization reinvests its resources back into patient care programs. They have maintained Medicare certification for many years. This certification indicates they follow federal rules for safety and service quality. The team consists of 14 employees who handle daily operations. Their staff includes six registered nurses and one physician. They also coordinate with 10 volunteers to support patients and families. These volunteers often provide companionship or help with small tasks. Knowing who makes up the care team gives you a clear picture of how they work. You should feel comfortable asking how these roles interact during your first meeting with the agency staff.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Leominster?
Hospice care focuses on comfort and quality of life for patients with serious illnesses. In Leominster, care teams work to manage symptoms and provide emotional support at home. The staff at Health Alliance Home Health and Hospice includes registered nurses who visit patients to monitor their health needs. Doctors and volunteers also play a part in the care plan. This team approach ensures that medical and emotional needs get addressed. Care is often provided in the comfort of your own home rather than a hospital setting. This allows families to stay together in a familiar space. The goal is to make every day as comfortable as possible for the patient. You can ask the team how they coordinate visits based on your specific daily schedule.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice provider is a personal decision. You should ask questions that help you understand how the agency will support your family. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can arrive if a sudden symptom occurs. It is also wise to ask how the team will communicate with your primary doctor. Ask how many staff members live near your home and how they handle weekend visits. You might also want to know how the agency involves volunteers in the daily care plan. Does the agency have a specific process for handling after-hours calls? Getting these answers helps you feel prepared for the road ahead. Write your questions down before your meeting to ensure you cover everything on your list.
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