WELLSPRING HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 3905 OBERLIN AVENUE
LORAIN, OH 44053 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 4, 2013
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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) | 2 |
| Physicians | 0 |
5
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 WELLSPRING HOSPICE 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
- 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.
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 2013.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how WELLSPRING HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
8.2 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 10th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
69
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
Medicare reports this hospice billed for routine home care only. Hospices can also provide continuous home care, inpatient care, and respite care when symptoms are harder to manage. There can be good reasons for this. Ask the provider how they handle a crisis at home.
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 day8.2 min
Ranks better than about 10% 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 weekends11.4%
Ranks better than about 78% 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 life93.2%
Ranks better than about 47% 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 visits78.2%
Ranks better than about 15% 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 care6.7%
Ranks better than about 47% 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 months41.7%
Ranks better than about 36% 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 care8.3%
Ranks better than about 44% 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 hospice1.7%
Ranks better than about 41% 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$13,902 · 28th 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 74.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.7%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.4%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life74.7%
- All care steps completed98.7%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer12%
- Dementia21%
- Heart and circulatory disease17%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Stroke11%
- Other conditions32%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Wellspring Hospice in Lorain
Wellspring Hospice serves families throughout Lorain, Ohio. This freestanding hospice provider offers end-of-life support for those with terminal illnesses. They earned accreditation from the Community Health Accreditation Partner, also known as CHAP. This group reviews hospice agencies to ensure they meet high standards for health and safety. You can find their office on Oberlin Avenue. Their team works to provide care that meets federal requirements for Medicare certification. They have held this status since 2013. Choosing a hospice is a serious step for your family. It helps to know the facts about who will be caring for your loved one. This agency operates as a for-profit business in the local area. They focus on providing medical and emotional support during the final stages of life. Having this information helps you make a choice that fits your specific needs.
About Wellspring Hospice
Wellspring Hospice is a for-profit agency that has been Medicare certified for over a decade. The organization maintains accreditation from CHAP. This independent group performs regular reviews to verify that providers follow strict clinical rules. Accreditation serves as a sign that the agency aims to follow best practices for patient care. The agency is a small team with five total staff members. This includes two registered nurses who manage the medical needs of patients. They do not have doctors on their direct employee list. Families should understand that small teams offer a different type of experience than larger hospital systems. You might receive more personal attention because the staff is small. But you should ask how they handle after-hours calls or emergencies. The agency has been serving the community since 2013. They are part of the local healthcare network in Lorain County. It is important to ask them how their team size impacts their daily care routines.
Quality Overview
What Is Hospice Care Like in Lorain?
Hospice care in Lorain focuses on comfort and pain relief. It is meant for people who are no longer seeking a cure for their illness. The team visits the patient wherever they live. This could be a private house or a nursing facility. At Wellspring Hospice, the team is small with two registered nurses. They work to manage symptoms and keep the patient comfortable. They do not have physicians on staff. This means your own family doctor may need to stay involved in your care plan. The goal is to keep the patient at home and out of the hospital. Most hospice teams provide medicine, supplies, and equipment needed for comfort. They also offer support for family members who are helping with daily tasks. It is a team effort. You should ask how they coordinate with other local doctors in the Lorain area to make sure your care is smooth and steady.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
- How will your two registered nurses manage my loved one's specific pain?
- Since you do not have doctors on staff, how do you talk to my current physician?
- What happens if we have a medical emergency in the middle of the night?
- How do you use the feedback from patient surveys to change how you provide care?
These questions help you get a clear picture of how they work. Do not be afraid to ask for details. You deserve to know how they handle the hard moments. A good hospice team will be happy to explain their process to you. Take your time to find the right fit for your family. The care your loved one receives is a priority. Make sure the agency you pick matches your family's values and needs. Getting answers now can provide peace of mind later.
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