DOVE HOSPICE SERVICES OF NEW JERSEY, LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 198 ROUTE 9, STE 200
MANALAPAN, NJ 07726 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- January 27, 2021
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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) | 14 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 3 |
| Volunteers | 2 |
44
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 DOVE HOSPICE SERVICES OF NEW JERSEY, LLC 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how DOVE HOSPICE SERVICES OF NEW JERSEY, LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
10.1 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 26th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
91
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 day10.1 min
Ranks better than about 26% 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 weekends6.6%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 life92.6%
Ranks better than about 44% 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 visits72%
Ranks better than about 23% 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 care11%
Ranks better than about 22% 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 months45.2%
Ranks better than about 27% 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 care11%
Ranks better than about 31% 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$21,882 · 70th 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 44.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening98.9%
- Pain assessment98.8%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment91.6%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.9%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids97.4%
- Visits in the last days of life44.8%
- All care steps completed93.2%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer18%
- Dementia13%
- Heart and circulatory disease23%
- Lung and respiratory disease7%
- Stroke28%
- Other conditions13%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Compassionate Support in Manalapan
Dove Hospice Services of New Jersey, LLC provides hospice care to families throughout the Manalapan area. Their team focuses on comfort and dignity for patients facing a serious illness. They offer medical, emotional, and spiritual support right where you live. Whether at home or in a facility, their goal is to make every day more peaceful. That is a big deal when you are caring for a loved one. They serve the Monmouth County community with a focus on quality and heart. It is all about giving you more time to focus on what matters most: your family.
About DOVE HOSPICE SERVICES OF NEW JERSEY, LLC
This is a for-profit provider that has been Medicare certified since January 27, 2021. Being Medicare certified means they meet strict federal standards for safety and care. You want a team that follows these rules. They operate out of their office at 198 Route 9, Suite 200. What most people do not realize is that all Medicare-certified hospices must provide the same basic services. This includes nursing care, medicine for pain, and help with daily needs. Dove Hospice has built a reputation for meeting these needs in New Jersey. And since they are local, they understand the unique resources available in the Monmouth County area. If you need to reach them directly, you can call (732) 547-9436. They are ready to answer your questions about how hospice works.
Understanding Hospice Care in Manalapan
Finding the right hospice in Monmouth County can feel like a heavy task. You have options, but they are not all the same. Some focus more on home visits, while others have strong ties to local hospitals. The thing is, hospice is a team effort. You get a nurse, a social worker, and an aide to help with the day-to-day. Most families in New Jersey choose a provider that is close by to ensure quick response times. That is why checking a provider's location matters so much. You want a team that can get to you fast if a crisis happens. Having support nearby helps reduce stress for everyone involved. It turns a scary time into a season of comfort and support. Take your time to look at the ratings to see which agency fits your family's specific needs.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Do not be afraid to ask hard questions when you call an agency. You are the advocate for your loved one. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. You need to know that help is just a phone call away. Second, ask how they handle pain management and if they have a doctor on call 24/7. Pain control is the most important part of hospice care. Third, ask how they support the family emotionally during this time. Do they offer grief counseling or visits from a chaplain? And finally, ask if they have experience with your loved one's specific illness. A good provider will be open and honest with you. They should make you feel heard and respected. If you do not feel comfortable with the answers, keep looking until you find a better fit.
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