UPPER PENINSULA HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 1125 W RIDGE ST
MARQUETTE, MI 49855 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 19, 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) | 10 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 0 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
36
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 UPPER PENINSULA HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how UPPER PENINSULA HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
9.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 21st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
42
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 day9.6 min
Ranks better than about 21% 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 weekends8.4%
Ranks better than about 56% 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 visits65.1%
Ranks better than about 33% 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 care4.9%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 months39%
Ranks better than about 44% 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 hospice2.4%
Ranks better than about 32% 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$13,181 · 24th 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 62.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening98.9%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening98.9%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.8%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.4%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.9%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life62.4%
- All care steps completed96.7%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer33%
- Dementia20%
- Heart and circulatory disease14%
- Lung and respiratory disease16%
- Other conditions17%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Care in the Upper Peninsula
Upper Peninsula Home Health & Hospice serves the Marquette community with dedicated end-of-life care. Located at 1125 W Ridge St, this provider helps patients find comfort and dignity at home. They focus on pain management and emotional support for families during a difficult season. The team works hard to make sure every patient feels seen and heard. It is a local resource built on years of experience in the Michigan area.
About UPPER PENINSULA HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE
This hospice agency has been Medicare certified since March 19, 1993. That is over thirty years of serving the community. It is a for-profit organization, which means they operate under a specific business model while following federal rules. What does this mean for your family? It means they must meet strict national standards to keep their certification. They have built a long history of care in Marquette County. Choosing a provider with such deep roots can offer peace of mind. You want a team that knows the area and understands the local medical landscape. Their longevity shows they are a stable partner for your loved one's final journey.
Top-Rated Quality
Understanding Hospice Care in MARQUETTE
Hospice is not about giving up. It is about choosing comfort when a cure is no longer the main goal. In Marquette, families often choose hospice to keep their loved ones in a familiar setting. The care team includes nurses, aides, and volunteers who visit you at home. They manage symptoms so you can spend more time on meaningful moments. The thing is, many families wait too long to call. Starting care early allows the team to build a real relationship with the patient. It helps take the burden off your shoulders so you can focus on being a son, daughter, or spouse again. You do not have to walk this path alone.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking the right hospice is a big decision for your family. Start by asking these questions to get a clear picture of how they operate. First, ask how quickly they can send a nurse to your home in an emergency. You need to know that help is available at 2:00 AM if you need it. Second, ask what their team looks like. Do they have chaplains or social workers available to help with the emotional side of things? Third, ask how they handle pain medicine and supplies. You want to be sure they have a smooth process for getting what you need. Finally, ask what their plan is for after-hours calls. Clear communication is the key to feeling safe and supported.
Keep Your Family Stories Alive
This time is hard, but it is also a beautiful chance to capture your loved one's life stories. We can help you record their memories and wisdom for the future.
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