HOSPICE OF DAYTON
Provider Information
- Address
- 324 WILMINGTON AVENUE
DAYTON, OH 45420 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 20, 1984
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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) | 124 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 52 |
| Physicians | 5 |
| Volunteers | 489 |
499
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 HOSPICE OF DAYTON 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 2009.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HOSPICE OF DAYTON compares to hospices nationwide.
16.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 85th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
1009
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 day16.6 min
Ranks better than about 85% 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 weekends12.7%
Ranks better than about 82% 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 life97.4%
Ranks better than about 82% 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 visits74.5%
Ranks better than about 20% 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 care8.8%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 months36.8%
Ranks better than about 50% 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 care5.9%
Ranks better than about 57% 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 hospice1.1%
Ranks better than about 49% 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)99th 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$15,334 · 35th 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 59% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.9%
- Pain assessment99.4%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.9%
- Breathing difficulty treatment97.4%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99.6%
- Visits in the last days of life59%
- All care steps completed97.7%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer25%
- Dementia8%
- Heart and circulatory disease11%
- Lung and respiratory disease9%
- Stroke26%
- Other conditions23%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice of Dayton
Hospice of Dayton provides end of life care for patients in Dayton, Ohio. They operate as a non-profit organization serving Montgomery County from their office on Wilmington Avenue. This provider has maintained Medicare certification since 1984. They also hold accreditation from The Joint Commission. This means they meet high national standards for safety and quality. Families in the area can expect a focus on comfort and symptom management from this established team.
About Hospice of Dayton
Hospice of Dayton operates as a non-profit agency. This means their focus remains on patient care rather than profits. They have been certified by Medicare for four decades. That is a long history of service to the local community. The Joint Commission accreditation is a badge of honor for health groups. It shows they allow outside experts to check their work on a regular basis. These experts look at how the staff keeps patients safe and comfortable. If a group earns this stamp, it means they follow strict rules for care. Families should know that this provider is part of a large, experienced network. They rely on hundreds of volunteers to support their staff. This extra layer of help can make a big difference for your loved one each day.
Quality Summary
What Is Hospice Care Like in Dayton?
Hospice care in Dayton focuses on comfort for the patient and support for the family. You will find that care teams work together to manage pain and daily needs. This provider employs 124 registered nurses and 52 licensed practical nurses to handle medical care. Five doctors work with the team to guide treatment plans. And they have 489 volunteers who help with daily tasks and companionship. Most people do not realize how much help volunteers provide. They can sit with a patient so a family member can run errands or rest. Having such a large group of staff and volunteers means the team can be very responsive. The care happens wherever the patient calls home. It is a team effort designed to make a hard time a bit easier for everyone involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team is a big decision for your family. You should feel comfortable asking questions before you start services. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to the home if a problem happens at night. Ask how the team handles pain management and what medicines they provide. You should also ask how often a nurse or aide will visit the house. It is helpful to know who to call on the weekend or during a holiday. Finally, ask what support they offer to family members after a death. Good providers will have clear answers for all these questions. They want you to feel confident in the care your loved one will receive. Take your time to get the answers you need before making a final choice.
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