EVERTRUE HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 1150 HANLEY INDUSTRIAL COURT
BRENTWOOD, MO 63144 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- October 10, 2007
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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) | 5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Physicians | 2 |
20
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 EVERTRUE 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
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how EVERTRUE HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
16.2 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 83rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
75
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 day16.2 min
Ranks better than about 83% 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 weekends7.3%
Ranks better than about 42% 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 life91.2%
Ranks better than about 36% 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 visits35.2%
Ranks better than about 73% 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 care8.5%
Ranks better than about 36% 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 months40.7%
Ranks better than about 38% 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 care18.6%
Ranks better than about 9% 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)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$15,284 · 35th 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 23.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.7%
- Pain assessment92.6%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment96%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed95.7%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life23.6%
- All care steps completed92.1%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer11%
- Dementia32%
- Heart and circulatory disease16%
- Lung and respiratory disease7%
- Stroke12%
- Other conditions22%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
EVERTRUE HOSPICE in Brentwood
EVERTRUE HOSPICE serves families throughout the Brentwood, Missouri area. They provide end-of-life care focused on comfort and dignity. Their team works out of their office at 1150 Hanley Industrial Court in St. Louis County. When a loved one needs extra support, this local team is ready to help. That is their main goal. Hospice care is about making sure every day counts. It is not just about the medical side of things. It is about the heart, too. Families often find peace knowing they have a local team nearby. They handle the hard work so you can spend time with your loved one. That matters most during this season of life.
About EVERTRUE HOSPICE
EVERTRUE HOSPICE has been Medicare certified since October 10, 2007. They operate as a non-profit organization. This is a big deal. Non-profits often put all their extra money back into patient services. You should know that they have a long history of serving the community. They have been doing this work for well over a decade. That gives them deep roots in the Brentwood area. You want a team with a steady hand during difficult times. And that is what you get with a group that has stayed the course for years. They are held to high standards by federal rules. This ensures they follow a strict path for care. It gives families a bit more comfort knowing the government checks their work often.
Understanding Hospice Care in Brentwood
Finding the right care in St. Louis County can feel like a heavy task. But you have options. Most people do not realize that hospice is a benefit already paid for by Medicare. It covers medicine, equipment, and visits from nurses. The thing is, many families wait too long to start. They think hospice is only for the very last days. That is not true. Hospice is meant for the final six months of life. Starting early allows the team to build a real bond with your family. It lets them manage pain before it becomes a major problem. You deserve that extra support. Your loved one deserves to be as comfortable as possible. Do not be afraid to reach out early.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel good about your choice. Start by asking these questions. First, ask how quickly they can get a nurse to your home in an emergency. You need to know they will be there when it counts. Second, ask how they handle pain management during the night or on weekends. Will you have a real person to talk to? Third, ask how they support the family after a loss. Grief care is a part of the hospice promise. Finally, ask if they have volunteers who can sit with your loved one. This gives you a chance to rest or run errands. These simple questions help you see if they are a good fit for your home.
Keep Your Family Stories Alive
The moments you share now are precious. We can help you save your family stories for the future. It is a simple way to honor your loved one's life forever.
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