INTERIM HEALTHCARE HOSPICE OF DAYTON
Provider Information
- Address
- 5211 WAYNETOWNE CT, STE C
HUBER HEIGHTS, OH 45424 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- November 24, 2020
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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) | 2 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
6
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 INTERIM HEALTHCARE 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how INTERIM HEALTHCARE HOSPICE OF DAYTON compares to hospices nationwide.
10.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 31st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
32
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 day10.5 min
Ranks better than about 31% 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 weekends5.1%
Ranks better than about 16% 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 life86.8%
Ranks better than about 23% 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 visits72.8%
Ranks better than about 22% 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 care3.1%
Ranks better than about 72% 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 months28.1%
Ranks better than about 73% 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 care12.5%
Ranks better than about 24% 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$23,631 · 77th 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 66.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening97.1%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.4%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life66.7%
- All care steps completed95.2%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer15%
- Dementia15%
- Lung and respiratory disease12%
- Stroke37%
- Other conditions15%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Care in Huber Heights
Interim Healthcare Hospice of Dayton provides compassionate end-of-life care for families in Huber Heights, Ohio. They focus on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients and their loved ones. Based at 5211 Waynetowne Court, this team serves the Montgomery County area with a dedicated approach to hospice support. Choosing the right care is a heavy task. But having a local team you can trust makes a real difference during difficult transitions. They are there to help manage pain and offer emotional support when it matters most.
About Interim Healthcare Hospice of Dayton
This provider has been Medicare-certified since November 24, 2020. As a for-profit organization, they operate with a clear focus on meeting federal standards for patient care. That is a big deal for families seeking reliable support. When a hospice is Medicare-certified, it means they follow strict rules set by the government. This gives you a baseline of safety and accountability. What most people don't realize is that these standards cover everything from nurse visits to medication management. You want to know your loved one is in good hands. This team has worked to meet these markers since they opened their doors in Dayton. They understand the local community and the specific needs of families in this region. Knowing their history helps you feel more confident about the care they provide every single day.
Top-Tier Quality Rating
Understanding Hospice Care in Huber Heights
Hospice care is not about giving up. It is about choosing to focus on comfort rather than a cure. In Montgomery County, families have several choices for end-of-life support. The thing is, all hospices must offer core services like nurse visits, social work support, and spiritual care. But the way they deliver that care varies. Some teams are smaller and offer a more personal touch. Others are part of larger networks with more resources. You should look for a provider that feels right for your family's specific needs. The goal is to keep your loved one at home, surrounded by familiar faces and memories. That is where hospice shines. It brings the care to you, reducing trips to the hospital and keeping the focus on time spent together. It is a vital service for our neighbors here in Ohio.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Asking the right questions helps you cut through the stress. Start by talking to the staff about their response times. Ask them, "How quickly can a nurse get to our home if we have an emergency at night?" That answer tells you a lot about their reliability. You should also ask, "What does your team do to help with family caregiver burnout?" Taking care of a loved one is hard work. You need to know they will support you, too. Finally, ask, "How do you handle changes in pain levels during the weekend?" You need to be sure that help is available around the clock. Don't be afraid to ask these hard questions. The right provider will be glad to answer them clearly. They want you to feel informed and supported throughout the entire journey.
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