GOOD SHEPHERD HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 110 BI-COUNTY BOULEVARD, SUITE 114
FARMINGDALE, NY 11735 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 21, 1991
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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) | 59 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 6 |
| Physicians | 5 |
137
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 GOOD SHEPHERD HOSPICE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Provided directly by this hospice
- Type of inpatient care
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Supplied directly by this hospice
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.
Reported by this hospice to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services when it was certified in 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how GOOD SHEPHERD HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
13 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 59th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
404
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 day13 min
Ranks better than about 59% 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 weekends10%
Ranks better than about 70% 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 life94.5%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 visits70.6%
Ranks better than about 25% 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 care13.1%
Ranks better than about 13% 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 months30.8%
Ranks better than about 66% 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 care5%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 hospice3.3%
Ranks better than about 22% 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)97th 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$12,486 · 21st 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 54.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening96.4%
- Pain assessment99.5%
- Breathing difficulty screening96.4%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.3%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.8%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.8%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99.9%
- Visits in the last days of life54.7%
- All care steps completed95.7%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer31%
- Dementia12%
- Heart and circulatory disease17%
- Lung and respiratory disease9%
- Stroke18%
- Other conditions14%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Supportive Care in Farmingdale
Good Shepherd Hospice provides compassionate end-of-life care for families in Farmingdale, New York. They operate out of their office at 110 Bi-County Boulevard. The team focuses on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for those facing a serious illness. They serve the Nassau County area with a commitment to non-profit values. Choosing the right team makes a world of difference during a hard time. That is where their focus lies every single day.
About Good Shepherd Hospice
Good Shepherd Hospice has served the local community for a long time. They have been Medicare certified since June 21, 1991. Being a non-profit organization changes the focus. All extra money goes back into patient services rather than to shareholders. This matters because it keeps the care centered on your loved one. They have built a strong reputation in Nassau County over these past few decades. You should feel good knowing they have a track record of stability. It is a big deal when you need someone you can trust.
Understanding Hospice Care in Farmingdale
Hospice is not about giving up. It is about choosing a different path for care. In Farmingdale, families have access to teams that manage pain and emotional stress. The goal is to keep your loved one at home whenever possible. Most people do not realize that hospice care includes support for the whole family, not just the patient. You get access to nurses, doctors, and social workers who visit regularly. They handle the complex medical details so you can focus on being a family member. It brings peace of mind when you know someone is always on call to help you.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking the right partner for hospice care is a big decision. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. You should also ask what specific support they offer for grieving family members. It is smart to ask how they handle medications and who manages the daily care plan. Ask them to explain their communication style. Will you have one main contact person? Knowing who to call when you feel overwhelmed is crucial. Trust your gut feeling during these talks. You deserve a team that listens to your needs without rushing you.
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