PENN MEDICINE HOSPICE PRINCETON HEALTH
Provider Information
- Address
- 105 COLLEGE ROAD EAST 2ND FLOOR
PRINCETON, NJ 08540 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- November 14, 1983
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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) | 16 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 55 |
45
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 PENN MEDICINE HOSPICE PRINCETON HEALTH 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 PENN MEDICINE HOSPICE PRINCETON HEALTH compares to hospices nationwide.
17.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 89th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
38
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 day17.5 min
Ranks better than about 89% 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 weekends14.2%
Ranks better than about 86% 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 life96%
Ranks better than about 70% 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 visits18.8%
Ranks better than about 90% 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 care13.8%
Ranks better than about 11% 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 months13.8%
Ranks better than about 93% 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 care6.9%
Ranks better than about 51% 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 hospice3.4%
Ranks better than about 21% 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)95th 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$8,101 · 5th 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 54.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment99.7%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.5%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.6%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.8%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.5%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life54.8%
- All care steps completed99.1%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer41%
- Dementia17%
- Heart and circulatory disease13%
- Lung and respiratory disease12%
- Stroke4%
- Other conditions14%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Penn Medicine Hospice Princeton Health
Penn Medicine Hospice Princeton Health provides care for patients in Princeton, New Jersey. This non-profit provider offers support for those facing serious illness. They have served the community since 1983. The organization holds accreditation from the Joint Commission. This group acts as an independent auditor to check safety and care standards. Choosing an accredited provider means they meet strict rules for patient health. Their team serves the Mercer County area from their office on College Road East.
About Penn Medicine Hospice Princeton Health
This hospice operates as a non-profit entity. Being non-profit often means the provider puts any extra money back into patient services. They hold accreditation from the Joint Commission. This body checks that hospitals and hospices follow high safety rules. It serves as a sign that the group works hard to keep care quality high. The staff includes 16 registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. They also have one physician on the team. You might notice they work with 55 volunteers. These volunteers give their time to sit with patients or help families. With 45 total employees, they have a clear structure to manage care needs. Families should look for this balance of medical staff and support volunteers. It shows they care about the whole person during a difficult time.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in Princeton?
Hospice care in this part of New Jersey focuses on comfort for the patient and their family. The goal is to manage symptoms rather than cure the illness. Care teams usually visit the patient at home or in a facility. In Princeton, you will find providers like this one using a team approach. The team here includes doctors, nurses, and many volunteers. They work together to make sure the patient stays comfortable. Nurses handle the medical tasks like medicine and pain control. Volunteers provide extra support and company. This mix of staff helps families feel supported. Each plan of care is built for the specific needs of the person receiving care. It helps to ask how often the nurse will visit your home.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team is a big decision for your family. You should feel comfortable with the people who will enter your home. Start by asking how the team handles pain in the middle of the night. You need to know that someone is available 24 hours a day. Ask how many times a nurse will visit each week. It is also good to ask how they support the family members. You might want to know how they help with emotional needs or daily tasks. Ask if they have experience with the specific illness your loved one has. Do not be afraid to ask for clarity on any part of the care plan. You deserve clear answers about the services they provide.
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