MERCY HEALTH - HOSPICE LIMA
Provider Information
- Address
- 545 WEST MARKET STREET, SUITE 200
LIMA, OH 45801 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 13, 1990
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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) | 12 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 5 |
22
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 MERCY HEALTH - HOSPICE LIMA 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
- Supplied directly by this hospice
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.
Reported by this hospice to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services when it was certified in 2017.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how MERCY HEALTH - HOSPICE LIMA 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.
51
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 weekends11%
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 life96.7%
Ranks better than about 76% 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 visits24.6%
Ranks better than about 85% 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 care6.5%
Ranks better than about 49% 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 months35.5%
Ranks better than about 54% 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 care3.2%
Ranks better than about 71% 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)98th 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$7,512 · 4th 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 60.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.8%
- Pain assessment98.8%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.8%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.5%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids96.2%
- Visits in the last days of life60.7%
- All care steps completed96.9%
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%
- Dementia5%
- Heart and circulatory disease11%
- Lung and respiratory disease18%
- Stroke10%
- Other conditions32%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Mercy Health - Hospice Lima
Mercy Health - Hospice Lima provides end of life care for families in Lima, Ohio. They operate as a non-profit hospital based hospice provider. This organization has served the community since 1990. They hold accreditation from the Joint Commission. This group works to support patient needs through a medical model. You can find their office on West Market Street in Allen County. They focus on providing care that meets national quality standards. Their team works with patients to keep them comfortable at home or in other settings. They are a long standing part of the local healthcare system. Families in the area have access to their services for hospice care needs. It is a stable provider with decades of experience in the region.
About Mercy Health - Hospice Lima
This provider operates as a non profit hospice. They have remained certified by Medicare since 1990. This long history shows they know how to work within federal rules. They also carry accreditation from the Joint Commission. This body checks that hospitals and hospices meet strict safety goals. They look at how a provider manages medications and staff training. This matters because it means an outside group verified their internal processes. Families should know that this provider holds high marks for their quality of care. Their quality of care rating is excellent based on current federal data. They also receive solid marks from patient surveys. These surveys ask families about their experience with the care team. It gives you a clear picture of how they treat their patients. You can rely on these objective measures when you compare local hospice options.
Quality Overview
What Is Hospice Care Like in Lima?
Hospice care in Lima centers on comfort and dignity for the patient. The local team includes 12 registered nurses and 5 licensed practical nurses. This staff count shows they have a strong medical presence. They employ 22 people in total to serve their patients. Most hospice care happens in the home, but they can support you in other places too. The goal is to manage symptoms so the patient stays alert and pain free. And they provide emotional support to the family during this time. You will work with a team that knows how to handle medical needs around the clock. The staff handles the heavy lifting of care so you can focus on time with your loved one. It is a localized approach to a difficult time. They use their resources to ensure that every patient gets the specific care they need.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You want to find the right fit for your family. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home in an emergency. This is a big deal for peace of mind. Ask what happens if you have a crisis in the middle of the night. You should also ask how they help with medical equipment and medicine costs. It helps to know if they have experience with your specific health condition. Ask how they keep the family informed about changes in the patient. Good communication is the key to a smooth experience. You can ask for a meeting with their team to see if you feel comfortable with them. Never feel bad about asking hard questions. They are there to serve you. A good hospice team will be happy to explain their process clearly and without using complex medical terms.
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