HOLISTICARE HOSPICE OF NEW JERSEY, LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 1268 ROUTE 37 WEST, UNIT #2
TOMS RIVER, NJ 08755 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- January 30, 2015
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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 |
| Physicians | 4 |
| Volunteers | 22 |
41
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 HOLISTICARE HOSPICE 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 HOLISTICARE HOSPICE OF NEW JERSEY, LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
10.2 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 27th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
80
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 day10.2 min
Ranks better than about 27% 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 weekends5.6%
Ranks better than about 21% 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 life90.8%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 visits73.3%
Ranks better than about 21% 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 care10.5%
Ranks better than about 24% 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 months42.1%
Ranks better than about 35% 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 care16.8%
Ranks better than about 12% 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 hospice3.2%
Ranks better than about 23% 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$18,177 · 52nd 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 56.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening98.9%
- Pain assessment98.3%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.4%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids98.8%
- Visits in the last days of life56.6%
- All care steps completed97.8%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer29%
- Dementia7%
- Heart and circulatory disease16%
- Lung and respiratory disease8%
- Stroke32%
- Other conditions10%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About HolistiCare Hospice of New Jersey
HolistiCare Hospice of New Jersey serves families in Toms River and the surrounding Ocean County area. This provider operates as a freestanding hospice agency. They have been certified by Medicare since early 2015 to offer end of life support services. The agency holds accreditation from the Community Health Accreditation Partner, or CHAP. This recognition confirms that the agency meets high national standards for clinical care and patient safety. Choosing a certified provider helps families know that their loved ones receive care that follows federal rules. This agency focuses on providing comfort and support for patients during their final months of life. Having this level of oversight provides peace of mind for many families in the community.
About HolistiCare Hospice of New Jersey, LLC
This provider is a for-profit hospice agency located in Toms River. They have maintained Medicare certification for almost a decade. CHAP accreditation is a major part of their operations. This group visits the agency to check that they follow strict rules for safety and care quality. This process is voluntary but shows that the agency wants to prove their work meets tough goals. Families should know that accreditation often goes beyond basic requirements. It looks at how the staff talks to patients and how they manage pain relief. A team of 41 employees runs the day to day operations here. This includes 16 registered nurses and four physicians who guide the medical care. They also have 22 volunteers who give their time to support families. This balance of staff and volunteers helps keep care focused on the patient at home.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Toms River?
Hospice care in Toms River focuses on comfort rather than a cure for an illness. The goal is to improve the quality of life for the patient and their family. This agency uses a team approach to reach that goal every single day. They employ 16 registered nurses and 4 physicians to manage complex medical needs. These professionals visit patients where they live. That might be a private house or an assisted living facility in Ocean County. The staff handles pain management and emotional support for everyone involved. Volunteers also play a part by providing companionship during difficult times. Having a large team of 22 volunteers allows them to offer extra attention beyond medical tasks. This local presence ensures that help is nearby when a family needs a quick response or guidance on care choices.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Selecting a hospice provider is a big decision for any family. You should feel comfortable with the team you choose. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can arrive if an urgent issue happens at night. Ask about the specific role of the medical director in planning care. You should also ask how the agency supports the family members who act as primary caregivers at home. It is also good to ask how they handle changes in a patient condition over time. Do they offer extra support services like grief counseling for the family after a loss occurs? These questions help you understand if the agency values your specific needs. Take your time to get clear answers before you make a final choice for your loved one.
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