WELLSPRING LUTHERAN SERVICES
Provider Information
- Address
- 100 MAYER RD
FRANKENMUTH, MI 48734 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 20, 1999
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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) | 8 |
| Physicians | 2 |
16
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 WELLSPRING LUTHERAN SERVICES reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
An older Medicare record for this hospice lists short-term inpatient care as “not provided.” That code may be out of date. Medicare requires certified hospices to make inpatient care available for symptom management and caregiver respite. Ask this hospice how it arranges a bed if symptoms become hard to manage at home.
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Supplied directly by this hospice
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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how WELLSPRING LUTHERAN SERVICES compares to hospices nationwide.
11.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 45th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
23
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 day11.8 min
Ranks better than about 45% 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 weekends6.1%
Ranks better than about 27% 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 life95.5%
Ranks better than about 65% 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 visits58.1%
Ranks better than about 42% 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 care18.8%
Ranks better than about 4% 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 months37.5%
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 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 hospice0%
Ranks better than about 55% 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)52nd 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$15,086 · 34th 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 78.1% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment98.4%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.9%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life78.1%
- All care steps completed97.7%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer16%
- Stroke62%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice Care at Wellspring Lutheran Services
Wellspring Lutheran Services provides hospice care for families living in Frankenmuth, Michigan. They focus on comfort, dignity, and support during a difficult time. Their team works hard to manage pain and help patients stay at home whenever possible. The goal is simple. They want to improve quality of life for both the patient and their loved ones. That is the core of their mission. Dealing with a serious illness is never easy for anyone involved. But having a local team in Saginaw County can make a big difference in your daily routine. They bring care directly to your door. This helps everyone stay in a familiar and safe space. You do not have to handle these challenges alone anymore. The staff is trained to listen to your needs and adjust care plans as things change over time.
About Wellspring Lutheran Services
Wellspring Lutheran Services has been a Medicare-certified hospice provider since August 20, 1999. They operate as a for-profit organization. This history shows they have deep experience serving the local community. Many families look for this kind of track record when they choose a care partner. That is a smart move. You want a team that knows the area and the healthcare system well. They are based at 100 Mayer Rd in Frankenmuth. Being local means they can respond to your needs much faster. It is important to know that Medicare certification ensures they follow strict federal rules for quality and safety. You can feel confident knowing they meet these national standards. And that is a big deal when you are making such an important choice for your parent or spouse. They provide a stable foundation for families during times of transition.
Quality Performance
Understanding Hospice Care in Frankenmuth
Hospice is not just about the end of life. It is really about living each day as fully as you can. In Frankenmuth, hospice teams provide medical care alongside emotional and spiritual support. You might wonder how it works. The thing is, hospice is a team effort. You get a nurse, a social worker, and a chaplain all working for you. They help with pain. They help with errands. They even help with the heavy emotional lifting that comes with grief. Most families do not realize that hospice can start sooner than you think. You do not need to wait until the very end. The earlier you start, the more support you receive. This helps keep the patient comfortable at home. It also gives the family a chance to focus on spending quality time together instead of worrying about medicine schedules.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice provider feels like a huge task. But you can break it down into a few simple questions. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home in an emergency. You need to know that help is just a phone call away at 3:00 AM. Next, ask about their specific experience with your loved one’s illness. Every condition is unique. You want a team that understands those specific needs. And finally, ask how they support the family after a loss. Grief does not end when the patient passes away. A good provider stays by your side afterward too. These questions will help you see if a provider is the right fit. Trust your gut. You know what your family needs better than anyone else does. Keep it simple and focus on the care quality.
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