ALLINA HEALTH HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 2925 CHICAGO AVENUE SOUTH MAIL ROUTE 34100
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55407 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 15, 1988
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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) | 86 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 11 |
| Physicians | 5 |
| Volunteers | 5 |
229
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 ALLINA HEALTH HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE 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
- 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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ALLINA HEALTH HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE compares to hospices nationwide.
14.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 71st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
525
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 day14.4 min
Ranks better than about 71% 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 weekends10.1%
Ranks better than about 70% 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 life93.7%
Ranks better than about 51% 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 visits51.4%
Ranks better than about 52% 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%
Ranks better than about 53% 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 months39.2%
Ranks better than about 43% 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 care1.9%
Ranks better than about 78% 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 hospice1.7%
Ranks better than about 41% 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)67th 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$12,956 · 23rd 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 67.2% 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 life67.2%
- 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.
- Cancer28%
- Dementia12%
- Heart and circulatory disease23%
- Lung and respiratory disease8%
- Stroke11%
- Other conditions18%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Allina Health Hospice & Palliative Care
Allina Health Hospice & Palliative Care serves patients in Minneapolis, Minnesota. They offer specialized end of life care to meet the needs of residents in Hennepin County. This provider has been certified by Medicare since 1988. They focus on comfort and symptom relief for those facing serious illness. Their team works to support both the patient and their loved ones through difficult times. This location provides a long history of service within the local community.
About Allina Health Hospice & Palliative Care
This provider operates as a non-profit organization. Non-profit status often means that extra money goes back into patient services. They have held Medicare certification for over three decades. This long history shows they have deep experience with federal quality standards. Families should know that Medicare certification requires regular reviews of care practices. These reviews ensure that agencies follow strict rules for safety and service quality. Being a non-profit does not change the medical care provided. But it does show a commitment to the mission of community health. The agency employs a large staff to handle these needs. This includes 86 registered nurses and 11 licensed practical nurses. They also have 5 physicians on staff to oversee medical care. Having this many experts on the team helps them manage complex symptoms for patients at home.
Quality Overview
What Is Hospice Care Like in Minneapolis?
Hospice care in Minneapolis focuses on managing pain and keeping patients comfortable at home. Most care happens where the patient lives. This could be a private house or an assisted living facility. The goal is to improve quality of life when a cure is no longer the main focus. A local team usually includes nurses, doctors, and social workers. At this agency, the team includes 86 registered nurses and 5 physicians. They also work with 5 volunteers to provide extra support to families. These professionals visit regularly to check on symptoms and offer emotional help. They also provide medical equipment and medicine related to the illness. The staff coordinates with the patient's own doctor to keep everyone on the same page. This team approach helps keep the patient as comfortable as possible. It also gives family caregivers a break from the daily work of providing care.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Selecting a hospice provider is a big decision for any family. You should ask clear questions to understand how they will care for your loved one. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home in an emergency. You need to know if they provide help at night or on the weekends. Second, ask how the team manages pain and other symptoms. You want to be sure they have a plan for comfort. Third, ask how they support family members who are grieving. A good hospice team offers help for the whole family during this hard time. Finally, ask about the ratio of staff to patients. This helps you understand how much time they can spend with your loved one each week. Getting these answers will help you feel more confident in your choice for your family.
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