HORISUN HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 8055 O ST., STE 300
LINCOLN, NE 68510 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- July 22, 2004
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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) | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
21
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 HORISUN 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HORISUN HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
16.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 85th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
51
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
Medicare reports this hospice billed for routine home care only. Hospices can also provide continuous home care, inpatient care, and respite care when symptoms are harder to manage. There can be good reasons for this. Ask the provider how they handle a crisis at home.
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 day16.5 min
Ranks better than about 85% 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 weekends8.5%
Ranks better than about 57% 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 life97.3%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 visits12.7%
Ranks better than about 94% 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 care4.5%
Ranks better than about 63% 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 months43.2%
Ranks better than about 32% 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 care6.8%
Ranks better than about 52% 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 hospice2.3%
Ranks better than about 33% 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$11,752 · 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 9 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 72.6% 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 life72.6%
- 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.
- Cancer25%
- Dementia19%
- Heart and circulatory disease24%
- Lung and respiratory disease8%
- Other conditions22%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About HORISUN HOSPICE
HORISUN HOSPICE serves families in Lincoln, Nebraska. They provide end of life care from their office on O Street in Lancaster County. This provider has been certified by Medicare since July of 2004. They operate as a for-profit hospice agency. Choosing a local provider often helps families get support quickly when needs change. This agency focuses on medical care and comfort for patients in the Lincoln area. Finding the right fit is a personal process for every family. You can look at their official ratings to see how they perform on national quality measures. They are a freestanding hospice provider. This means they operate independently from a hospital or nursing home setting.
Understanding Provider Background
HORISUN HOSPICE has maintained its Medicare certification for two decades. This certification requires agencies to meet strict federal rules for patient safety and care quality. Being a for-profit agency, they answer to specific financial and operational standards set by the government. Families should know that Medicare certification is the baseline for quality. It ensures that the provider meets basic health and safety benchmarks. This provider holds strong marks for their quality of care based on the Hospice Care Index. They also show solid results in patient satisfaction surveys. These scores come from reports sent to the government. They reflect how patients and their families feel about the care they receive. You should view these scores as one part of your decision. Always talk to the staff about your specific needs.
Quality Summary
What Is Hospice Care Like in LINCOLN?
Hospice care in Lincoln focuses on comfort and dignity during a difficult time. A team of experts visits patients at home or in a care facility. The team at HORISUN HOSPICE includes eight registered nurses and two licensed practical nurses. They also have one physician on staff to oversee medical plans. This team works together to manage symptoms and provide emotional support. They do not currently use volunteers in their care model. The nurses handle daily medical tasks while the physician guides the overall treatment. Having this many nursing staff members allows for a focused approach to clinical needs. Local hospice care aims to keep patients in their own homes as much as possible. That is the primary goal of the service. You can ask them how their team handles weekend visits or urgent needs during the night.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice agency is a big decision. You should ask questions that help you understand how they will support your loved one. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens. Second, ask how the team manages pain and other difficult symptoms at night. Third, ask how they communicate with the patient's regular doctor to ensure care stays coordinated. Finally, ask what specific services they provide to help family members cope with the stress of caregiving. You deserve clear answers to these questions. Write down the answers so you can compare different agencies side by side. Do not feel rushed to make a choice. Take the time you need to feel confident in your decision. The right provider will be happy to explain their process to you clearly.
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