MYMICHIGAN HOME CARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 2597 S MERIDIAN RD
MOUNT PLEASANT, MI 48858 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 16, 1992
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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 | 1 |
25
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 MYMICHIGAN HOME CARE 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
- 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.
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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how MYMICHIGAN HOME CARE compares to hospices nationwide.
26.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 99th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
86
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 day26.8 min
Ranks better than about 99% 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 weekends11.5%
Ranks better than about 78% 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 life96.4%
Ranks better than about 74% 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 visits22.3%
Ranks better than about 87% 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 care10.4%
Ranks better than about 24% 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 months31.3%
Ranks better than about 65% 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%
Ranks better than about 56% 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$10,993 · 14th 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 75.9% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life75.9%
- All care steps completed100%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer39%
- Dementia8%
- Heart and circulatory disease16%
- Lung and respiratory disease9%
- Stroke14%
- Other conditions14%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Care in Mount Pleasant
MYMICHIGAN HOME CARE serves families across Mount Pleasant, Michigan, from their office on S Meridian Road. They provide hospice care focused on comfort and dignity for patients facing life-limiting illnesses. Their goal is simple. They want to help patients spend their final days in a peaceful setting surrounded by loved ones. The team works hard to manage pain and provide emotional support for the whole family. That is the core of their mission in Isabella County.
About MYMICHIGAN HOME CARE
MYMICHIGAN HOME CARE operates as a non-profit organization. This is a big deal because it means their focus stays on patient needs rather than profits. They have been certified by Medicare since June 16, 1992. That is over thirty years of experience serving the community. When you look for a hospice provider, history matters. It shows they have deep roots and a long track record of helping families. You can trust that they understand the local medical system well. They have seen many changes in healthcare over three decades. But their commitment to providing compassionate end-of-life care has stayed the same. Families should know they are choosing a team with deep, local roots.
Quality of Care
Understanding Hospice Care in Mount Pleasant
Hospice is not just about medical care. It is about living the final chapters of life with as much joy and comfort as possible. In Mount Pleasant, families have access to teams that specialize in pain relief and emotional healing. The thing is, many people wait too long to call for help. They think hospice means giving up. That is a myth. Hospice is actually about getting more support to live better each day. Teams here in Isabella County work with your own doctors to build a plan that fits your specific wishes. Whether that means staying at home or in a facility, you have options. The key is to start the conversation early. Don't wait for a crisis to ask for help.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right hospice team can feel overwhelming. Start by asking these questions to get a clear picture of how they can help your family. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. Second, ask how they help family members cope with grief after a loss. Third, find out if they have staff available on weekends and holidays. And finally, ask how they handle pain medicine and equipment needs. You deserve clear answers. If a provider seems rushed or uses confusing medical jargon, look elsewhere. You need a partner who listens. Trust your gut feeling when you talk to them.
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