COMPASSUS - WESTERN OHIO
Provider Information
- Address
- 7755 PARAGON RD, SUITE 106
DAYTON, OH 45459 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- January 4, 2007
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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) | 8 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 25 |
24
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 COMPASSUS - WESTERN OHIO 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
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.
Reported by this hospice to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services when it was certified in 2016.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how COMPASSUS - WESTERN OHIO compares to hospices nationwide.
13.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 65th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
70
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 day13.7 min
Ranks better than about 65% 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 weekends4.8%
Ranks better than about 14% 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 visits63.2%
Ranks better than about 35% 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 months49.6%
Ranks better than about 19% 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 care12%
Ranks better than about 27% 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 hospice1.6%
Ranks better than about 42% 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$25,426 · 83rd 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 8 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 75.2% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment98.0%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.4%
- Visits in the last days of life75.2%
- All care steps completed97.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer16%
- Dementia21%
- Heart and circulatory disease13%
- Lung and respiratory disease11%
- Stroke29%
- Other conditions12%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Compassus - Western Ohio
Compassus - Western Ohio provides hospice services to families in the Dayton area. This location operates as a freestanding hospice and has served the community since early 2007. They maintain accreditation from the ACHC. This means they meet high national standards for clinical care and safety. Their team works to support patients and their loved ones during difficult times. You can find them on Paragon Road in Montgomery County.
About Compassus - Western Ohio
This is a for-profit provider that has been Medicare certified for many years. Accreditation from the ACHC is a mark of quality. It shows the agency asks an outside group to review their work. This review process covers how they manage patient care and staff training. The agency employs 24 people in total to help families. Their team includes 8 registered nurses, 1 physician, and 25 volunteers who give their time. These volunteers offer extra support to patients beyond basic medical tasks. That is a large volunteer group for an agency of this size. Families should know that this provider holds top marks for their quality of care. They also maintain the highest possible overall rating from federal reviewers. These scores come from the Hospice Care Index. It is a way to measure how well a provider meets patient needs each day.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Dayton?
Hospice care in the Dayton area focuses on comfort and quality of life. It is not just about medicine. The goal is to manage pain and help patients spend time with people they love. Care happens wherever the patient calls home. This could be a house or a long-term care facility. The team works together to meet physical and emotional needs. At this provider, the staff includes 8 registered nurses and 25 volunteers. These nurses handle symptoms and medication. Volunteers provide companionship and help with daily chores. A physician also leads the medical side of the care plan. You can expect regular visits to keep everyone updated on the patient's condition. This approach helps families feel more prepared. It makes the experience much clearer for everyone involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice team is a big decision for any family. You should feel comfortable with the people who will enter your home. Start by asking how quickly they can respond to a sudden need. Ask how they handle pain management on nights or weekends. You should also ask about the role of their volunteers. Some agencies focus more on medical tasks while others provide extra social support. Ask how they keep family members updated during the process. It helps to know who will be the main contact person. Finally, ask what services they offer to help with grief after a loss. Getting these answers now helps you make a choice that fits your family's needs. Take your time with these questions.
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