HARMONY HOSPICE CARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 25825 SCIENCE PARK DRIVE, SUITE 255
BEACHWOOD, OH 44122 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- February 24, 2014
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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 August 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) | 4 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 2 |
19
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 HARMONY HOSPICE CARE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
An older Medicare record for this hospice lists short-term inpatient care as “not provided.” That code may be out of date. Medicare requires certified hospices to make inpatient care available for symptom management and caregiver respite. Ask this hospice how it arranges a bed if symptoms become hard to manage at home.
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Supplied directly by this hospice
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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HARMONY HOSPICE CARE compares to hospices nationwide.
11.1 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 37th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
131
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 day11.1 min
Ranks better than about 37% 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 weekends7.6%
Ranks better than about 46% 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 life86%
Ranks better than about 21% 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 visits79.5%
Ranks better than about 14% 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 care10.4%
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 months34%
Ranks better than about 57% 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 care17.9%
Ranks better than about 10% 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 hospice0%
Ranks better than about 55% 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$19,507 · 58th 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 49.5% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.1%
- Pain assessment96.5%
- Breathing difficulty screening98.6%
- Breathing difficulty treatment93.2%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed98%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life49.5%
- All care steps completed93.4%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer12%
- Dementia37%
- Heart and circulatory disease15%
- Lung and respiratory disease9%
- Stroke8%
- Other conditions20%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Harmony Hospice Care in Beachwood
Harmony Hospice Care provides end of life services for families in Beachwood, Ohio. They have served the community since early 2014. The agency holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group reviews hospice programs to ensure they meet high standards for safety and patient care. It is a freestanding provider located on Science Park Drive.
About Harmony Hospice Care
This provider operates as a for-profit organization. They have been certified by Medicare for over a decade. Accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care means an outside group checked their work. They look at how the team manages pain and supports families. This helps ensure that the agency follows strict rules. You should know that their team includes nineteen employees. This staff count covers four registered nurses and one physician. They also work with two volunteers to support patient needs. These team members handle daily care tasks for those they serve. It is helpful to understand the staff size when you talk to them about your specific situation.
Quality Overview
What Is Hospice Care Like in Beachwood?
Hospice care in Cuyahoga County focuses on comfort rather than a cure. Teams come to your home or a facility to manage symptoms and pain. They provide emotional support for the whole family during a difficult time. Harmony Hospice Care uses a specific team approach. Their staff includes four registered nurses and one physician. These professionals coordinate visits based on what the patient needs most. Some days require more time from a nurse. Other days might focus on support from a volunteer. The goal is to keep the patient as comfortable as possible in their own space. That is the core purpose of hospice care in Ohio.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel comfortable with the team you choose. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can arrive if there is an emergency at night. Ask how often a nurse will visit the home each week. It is also good to ask how they help family members cope with grief. You might also want to know how the physician stays involved in the care plan. These questions help you understand how the agency works. Make sure you get clear answers before you sign any forms. A good provider will be happy to explain their process to you.
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