HOSPICE BY JOHN KNOX VILLAGE
Provider Information
- Address
- 600 NW PRYOR ROAD, UNIT 300
LEES SUMMIT, MO 64081 - Ownership Type
- Other
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 22, 2002
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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) | 6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0 |
| Physicians | 0 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
15
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 HOSPICE BY JOHN KNOX VILLAGE 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HOSPICE BY JOHN KNOX VILLAGE compares to hospices nationwide.
15.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 80th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
30
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 day15.6 min
Ranks better than about 80% 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 weekends10.3%
Ranks better than about 71% 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 life97.9%
Ranks better than about 85% 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 visits49.7%
Ranks better than about 55% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 months55.6%
Ranks better than about 11% 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 care3.7%
Ranks better than about 69% 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)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$11,695 · 17th 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 8 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 82.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.3%
- Pain assessment93.4%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.8%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.3%
- Visits in the last days of life82.8%
- All care steps completed94.7%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer20%
- Dementia15%
- Heart and circulatory disease17%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Stroke8%
- Other conditions31%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice Care in Lees Summit
Hospice by John Knox Village serves families across Lees Summit and the Jackson County area. This freestanding hospice provider offers care designed for those facing a life-limiting illness. They have been certified by Medicare since 2002. This long history shows they have helped the local community for over two decades. Their team focuses on comfort and support for patients during their final months. Families choose them for their consistent performance and focus on quality care. It is a stable option for those in the Missouri region. Their team works to provide relief when it is needed most. They aim to make the end of life as peaceful as possible for every patient they serve.
About Hospice by John Knox Village
Hospice by John Knox Village operates as a freestanding provider under an other ownership structure. Being Medicare certified means they meet federal rules for safety and quality. This certification is a basic requirement for providers to receive government payments. It also means they undergo regular reviews of their services. These reviews ensure they follow strict rules for patient care. Families should know that this provider holds strong marks for their quality of care. They also receive positive feedback from patients and their loved ones in surveys. These scores suggest they listen to families and meet their needs well. You can find their office on Northwest Pryor Road. They keep a team of fifteen employees ready to assist with daily care needs. This includes six registered nurses who manage the medical side of things. Having that many nurses on staff helps them maintain a high level of clinical oversight.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Lees Summit?
Hospice care in Missouri centers on comfort and symptom control. The goal is to improve quality of life rather than cure an illness. You will find that care often happens where the patient lives. This could be at home or in a facility. Hospice by John Knox Village uses a team of six registered nurses to lead this effort. They manage pain and other difficult symptoms for their patients. The team does not include doctors or social workers on staff, so they coordinate with your own medical team. This setup means the nurses handle the primary medical visits. They work to ensure medications and equipment arrive on time. It is a focused approach. They keep their service area tight to ensure they can reach patients quickly when a sudden need arises. That helps keep the care responsive and reliable for local families.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right help is a big step. You should feel comfortable asking questions before you start. Start by asking how the team handles pain management at night or on weekends. It is good to know who you will call when an emergency happens. Ask how many nurses will be assigned to your loved one. You should also ask how they coordinate with your current primary doctor. This ensures everyone stays on the same page. Ask if they have experience with your specific diagnosis. You might also ask how they keep families informed about changes in the patient. Finally, ask what support they offer to family caregivers who need a break. Getting clear answers helps you feel more in control of the situation. Take your time. You deserve to have all your questions answered clearly before you move forward with any care plan.
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