SUNCREST HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 901 WEST LINCOLN DRIVE
MARLTON, NJ 08053 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- November 19, 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) | 13 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
64
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 SUNCREST 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how SUNCREST HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
16.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 84th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
97
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 day16.3 min
Ranks better than about 84% 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 weekends2.2%
Ranks better than about 2% 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 life98.3%
Ranks better than about 88% 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 visits35.6%
Ranks better than about 72% 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 care6.1%
Ranks better than about 52% 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 months33%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 care18.3%
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 hospice7%
Ranks better than about 5% 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$25,029 · 82nd 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 83.5% 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%
- Visits in the last days of life83.5%
- 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.
- Cancer9%
- Dementia53%
- Heart and circulatory disease14%
- Lung and respiratory disease6%
- Other conditions19%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Suncrest Hospice in Marlton
Suncrest Hospice serves families across Marlton, New Jersey, from their office on West Lincoln Drive. They provide comfort-focused care for patients facing life-limiting illnesses. Their team visits patients in their homes or facilities throughout Burlington County. The goal is simple. They want to help patients stay comfortable and surround them with support when it matters most. It is about making every day count.
About Suncrest Hospice
Suncrest Hospice has been Medicare certified since November 19, 2021. As a for-profit provider, they follow federal standards to ensure patients get the care they deserve. You might wonder what for-profit status means. It simply describes how the organization is set up. The most important thing is their commitment to the patients in Burlington County. They have been doing this work for a few years now. That is a solid foundation for any care team. Families often find comfort in knowing the agency meets national Medicare rules. It shows they are held to a specific standard of care.
Quality Snapshot
Understanding Hospice Care in Marlton
Finding the right care in New Jersey can feel like a heavy task. But you are not doing this alone. Hospice care is not about giving up. It is about choosing a different path. A path where pain is managed and dignity is protected. In Marlton, you have access to teams that include nurses, aides, and spiritual counselors. They work together to lighten the load for the whole family. The thing is, hospice can start sooner than people think. It is often a relief to have an extra set of hands. Many families realize this only after they start the service. So, do not wait until a crisis happens to ask for help.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have choices. Asking the right questions helps you feel more confident in your decision. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home in an emergency. That is a big deal. You should also ask how the team handles pain management after hours. Another good question is how they support family members during this hard transition. Finally, ask what specific services are included in their plan. Do they have volunteers? Do they offer music therapy? Every agency is a little different. Keep a list of these questions when you call. It keeps you focused on what truly matters for your loved one.
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