MCLAREN HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 1515 CAL DRIVE
DAVISON, MI 48423 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- January 8, 1987
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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) | 75 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 8 |
| Physicians | 2 |
174
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 MCLAREN HOSPICE 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
- Supplied directly by this hospice
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.
Reported by this hospice to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services when it was certified in 2017.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how MCLAREN HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
15.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 79th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
348
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 day15.4 min
Ranks better than about 79% 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 weekends8.6%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 life94.8%
Ranks better than about 60% 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 visits30%
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 care6.5%
Ranks better than about 49% 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 months37.4%
Ranks better than about 48% 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 care6.3%
Ranks better than about 54% 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)85th 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$9,554 · 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 9 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 61.2% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening98.6%
- Pain assessment98.1%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.3%
- Breathing difficulty treatment97.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed100.0%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.0%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids97.8%
- Visits in the last days of life61.2%
- All care steps completed94.2%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer25%
- Dementia13%
- Heart and circulatory disease21%
- Lung and respiratory disease14%
- Stroke6%
- Other conditions21%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Compassionate Care in Davison
McLaren Hospice serves families throughout Davison, Michigan, from their office on Cal Drive. They provide expert end-of-life care focused on comfort, dignity, and peace of mind. This team helps patients manage symptoms while supporting loved ones through a very difficult time. It is a local resource dedicated to the Genesee County community. Choosing the right partner for hospice care matters deeply when time is short. Their team works hard to ensure patients spend their final days in a familiar setting surrounded by those they love most. That is the core of their mission.
About MCLAREN HOSPICE
McLaren Hospice operates as a non-profit organization. This means their focus stays firmly on patient care rather than profits. They have been Medicare-certified since January 1987. That is nearly four decades of service to the community. Here is the thing—longevity like that usually points to a stable team with deep roots in local care. When you choose a non-profit provider, any extra funds typically go back into improving services or community outreach. Families should know that this provider has a long history of meeting federal standards. They have navigated the changing landscape of hospice care for a very long time. That kind of experience offers a unique sense of security for families needing help today.
High Quality Standards
Understanding Hospice Care in DAVISON
Finding the right care in Genesee County can feel overwhelming. Hospice care is not about giving up. It is about choosing to live each day as fully as possible. In Davison, care teams often include nurses, doctors, social workers, and volunteers. They work together to address pain, anxiety, and spiritual needs. Most care happens right in your own home. That is a big deal. It keeps the patient in a place they know and love. And the team comes to you. They handle the heavy lifting of symptom management so you can focus on being a daughter, son, or spouse. It changes the dynamic of care from a clinical chore to a shared, meaningful experience for everyone involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You need to feel confident in your choice. Start by asking how quickly they can respond to an urgent call in the middle of the night. You should also ask about their specific experience with your loved one's health condition. Another good question is: How often will a nurse visit our home each week? And, what kind of support do they offer for the family after the loss? Asking these questions helps you see if their values match yours. Do not be afraid to ask for clarity. You are the advocate for your loved one. A good hospice team will welcome these questions with open arms. They want you to feel informed and supported through every single step.
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