RIDGEVIEW HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 501 SOUTH MAPLE STREET STE #1
WACONIA, MN 55387 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 27, 1997
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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) | 12 |
| Physicians | 6 |
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 RIDGEVIEW 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 2018.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how RIDGEVIEW HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
16.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 87th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
59
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 day16.9 min
Ranks better than about 87% 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 weekends9.1%
Ranks better than about 63% 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 life94.7%
Ranks better than about 59% 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 visits26.2%
Ranks better than about 83% 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 care6.3%
Ranks better than about 50% 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 months29.2%
Ranks better than about 71% 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 care2.1%
Ranks better than about 77% 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 hospice4.2%
Ranks better than about 15% 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$13,847 · 27th 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 75.5% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.4%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.4%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.3%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.7%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids98.7%
- Visits in the last days of life75.5%
- All care steps completed97.6%
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%
- Dementia16%
- Heart and circulatory disease22%
- Lung and respiratory disease9%
- Stroke4%
- Other conditions19%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Caring for Your Loved Ones in Waconia
Ridgeview Hospice serves the Waconia area from their office on South Maple Street. This team provides comfort and support to families facing a terminal illness. They focus on quality of life when time matters most. The staff works hard to manage pain and address emotional needs. It is a local choice for those in Carver County. They have been helping neighbors since 1997. Choosing the right care is a big decision, but having a local team can make things easier. You want people who know your community and understand the local resources available to you. That is where Ridgeview steps in to help your family navigate this journey with dignity and grace.
About Ridgeview Hospice
Ridgeview Hospice operates as a non-profit organization. This means their focus stays on patient care rather than profits. They earned their Medicare certification on August 27, 1997. That is over 25 years of service to the community. Being non-profit often allows for a different approach to end-of-life care. They can put resources back into the programs that families need most. The thing is, long-standing providers like this often have deep roots in the area. They know the local doctors and the hospital systems well. You should feel comfortable asking about their specific team structure. Ask who will visit your home and how often they come by. It is your right to know exactly how they will support your loved one during this transition.
Understanding Hospice Care in Waconia
Hospice is not about giving up. It is about choosing a different kind of care. In Waconia, hospice teams often include nurses, social workers, and chaplains. They visit your home to provide support where you are most comfortable. The goal is to keep your loved one pain-free and surrounded by family. Medicare pays for these services, which covers medicine, equipment, and supplies. Most people wait too long to call for help. Don't make that mistake. Early care means more time for the team to build a bond with your family. It also means better management of symptoms before they become hard to handle. Reach out when you have questions. You do not need to wait for a crisis to start the conversation.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a partner for end-of-life care is hard. You should feel empowered to ask tough questions. Start by asking how quickly they can get a nurse to your home in an emergency. It is also wise to ask about their weekend and night support. Can you reach a person at 3:00 AM? You should also ask how they handle specific symptoms like shortness of breath or anxiety. Every provider is different. Listen to how they answer. Do they sound kind? Do they seem rushed? Trust your gut feeling here. If you feel like they are truly listening, that is a good sign. Write these questions down before you call. It keeps you focused when your mind is full of other things.
Preserve Your Family Stories
Your loved one has a lifetime of stories that deserve to be kept safe. We offer tools to help you record these memories during this time. It is a beautiful way to honor the legacy they leave behind.
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