ECUMEN HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 3530 LEXINGTON AVENUE NORTH
SHOREVIEW, MN 55126 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 15, 1996
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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) | 35 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 6 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 121 |
121
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 ECUMEN 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
- 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 2018.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ECUMEN HOSPICE 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.
229
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 weekends6.4%
Ranks better than about 31% 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 life95.1%
Ranks better than about 62% 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 visits59%
Ranks better than about 41% 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 care3.6%
Ranks better than about 70% 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 months45.5%
Ranks better than about 26% 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 care3%
Ranks better than about 72% 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 hospice1.8%
Ranks better than about 40% 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$20,799 · 65th 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 70.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.8%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.4%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids98.9%
- Visits in the last days of life70.4%
- All care steps completed98.8%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer15%
- Dementia22%
- Heart and circulatory disease25%
- Lung and respiratory disease7%
- Stroke11%
- Other conditions24%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
ECUMEN HOSPICE
ECUMEN HOSPICE serves the Shoreview, Minnesota area from their office on Lexington Avenue North. This provider has offered end-of-life care since 1996. They operate as a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the needs of families in Ramsey County. Their team brings years of experience to every home they visit. Choosing a local provider helps ensure that your loved one gets timely support when it matters most. They remain focused on providing comfort and care for those who need it most in their final months.
About ECUMEN HOSPICE
As a non-profit hospice, this provider directs resources toward patient care rather than profits. They have held Medicare certification for nearly three decades. This long history shows a steady commitment to federal quality standards. Families should know that non-profit status often means the group reinvests any extra money back into their nursing staff or volunteer programs. That is a clear benefit for you. They maintain a large team of 35 registered nurses and 6 licensed practical nurses to support their patients. This staffing level is quite high for the area. They also work with 121 volunteers who provide extra help. Their structure is built to support a large number of people at once. You can feel confident that they have the staff required to meet your loved one's needs throughout the week.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in SHOREVIEW?
Hospice care in Ramsey County focuses on comfort for the whole family. The team visits you wherever you call home. They provide medicine, equipment, and emotional support to manage pain and stress. You will find that the care is centered on the patient's own goals for their final days. The team includes doctors, nurses, and volunteers who work together to make things easier for everyone involved. They make sure you have the right supplies at the right time. Most families find that having this extra help makes a very difficult time much more manageable. Their large staff allows for more frequent visits if your situation changes quickly. It is a relief to know that help is just a phone call away at any hour of the day or night.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Selecting the right team is a big decision. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can reach your home during a crisis. It helps to know exactly who will be on your care team each week. Ask how they manage pain and other symptoms at night or on the weekends. You should also ask how they support family caregivers who need a break. Understanding their volunteer services can also be useful for your planning. Ask them how they handle requests for extra visits when symptoms get worse. These questions help you see if their style of care matches what your family needs right now. Take your time to get clear answers before you decide.
Preserve Your Family Stories
Your loved one has a lifetime of memories. We can help you record these stories so they last for your children and grandchildren to enjoy for years to come.
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