VIDANT HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 521 MYERS STREET
AHOSKIE, NC 27910 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- November 4, 1987
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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) | 15 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 5 |
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 VIDANT HOME HEALTH AND 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
- 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 2015.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how VIDANT HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
17.2 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 88th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
31
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 day17.2 min
Ranks better than about 88% 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 weekends10.9%
Ranks better than about 75% 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 life100%
Ranks better than about 99% 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 visits48.1%
Ranks better than about 56% 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 care5.5%
Ranks better than about 57% 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 months34.5%
Ranks better than about 56% 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 care5.5%
Ranks better than about 59% 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 hospice3.6%
Ranks better than about 19% 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)100th 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$6,239 · 2nd 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 68.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.4%
- Pain assessment99.2%
- Breathing difficulty screening98.3%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.6%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.8%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.7%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life68.8%
- All care steps completed96.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer34%
- Dementia7%
- Heart and circulatory disease18%
- Lung and respiratory disease8%
- Stroke11%
- Other conditions23%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About VIDANT HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE
VIDANT HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE serves families in Ahoskie, North Carolina. This provider offers end-of-life care options for those in Hertford County. They hold accreditation from the Joint Commission. This group acts as an independent hospice provider for the area. They have provided care since late 1987. That is a long time. Families often look for this kind of history when they need support during a difficult season.
Understanding Your Provider
This organization operates as a non-profit agency. They focus on mission goals rather than profits. The Joint Commission accreditation shows they meet high standards for safety and care. These teams review the agency to make sure they follow strict rules. It means someone outside the group checked their work. You can count on these standards to protect your loved one during their care. Their team includes 15 registered nurses and 5 volunteers. One physician leads the medical side of their work. They have a total of 44 employees on staff. This structure gives a clear picture of who will visit your home.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in AHOSKIE?
Hospice care in Ahoskie provides comfort and support for patients with serious illness. The goal is to manage symptoms so the patient stays comfortable at home. You will work with a team of experts. This team includes nurses, doctors, and volunteers. They visit you where you live. The goal is to improve the quality of each day. You might wonder how they handle the medical side of things. The staff coordinates with your primary doctor to manage medicine and pain. They also provide emotional support for the whole family. It is a team effort. They help you focus on your time together instead of the logistics of care.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing care is a big decision for any family. You should ask clear questions during your first meeting. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens. Ask how they handle pain management at night or on weekends. You should also find out how often a nurse will visit your home each week. Ask if they provide help with household tasks or errands. You might want to know how the volunteers help with daily life. Ask for a list of the services they provide. Make sure you understand the plan before you sign any forms.
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