INTERIM HEALTHCARE HOSPICE OF COSHOCTON
Provider Information
- Address
- 2806 BELL STREET
ZANESVILLE, OH 43701 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- October 17, 2014
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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) | 1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
2
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 COSHOCTON 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 2014.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how INTERIM HEALTHCARE HOSPICE OF COSHOCTON compares to hospices nationwide.
12.1 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 48th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
48
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 day12.1 min
Ranks better than about 48% 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 weekends5.5%
Ranks better than about 20% 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 life86.3%
Ranks better than about 22% 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 visits58.8%
Ranks better than about 41% 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 care5.9%
Ranks better than about 53% 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 months20.6%
Ranks better than about 87% 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 care11.8%
Ranks better than about 28% 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 hospice1.5%
Ranks better than about 44% 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$14,135 · 29th 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 45.3% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment99.1%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.2%
- Breathing difficulty treatment94.2%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.2%
- Beliefs and values discussed97.5%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids97.4%
- Visits in the last days of life45.3%
- All care steps completed92.4%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer19%
- Dementia17%
- Heart and circulatory disease17%
- Lung and respiratory disease15%
- Stroke21%
- Other conditions12%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Supportive Care in Zanesville
Interim Healthcare Hospice of Coshocton provides compassionate end-of-life care for families in Zanesville, Ohio. They focus on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients facing a terminal illness. Their team works to manage pain and symptoms while supporting the emotional needs of the whole family. Choosing the right hospice is a major step. It is about finding partners who walk this path alongside you. This provider has served the local community for many years. They offer a range of services from their base on Bell Street. Whether you need help at home or in a facility, they are there to help your loved ones feel at peace. It is a big decision, but having the right team makes a world of difference during a hard time.
About Interim Healthcare Hospice of Coshocton
This hospice operates as a for-profit provider in Muskingum County. They have been certified by Medicare since October 17, 2014. That is nearly a decade of experience helping local families. For-profit status simply means they are a private business, not a non-profit group. What matters most is how they treat your family. You should look for a team that listens well and acts fast. They are held to national standards by Medicare to ensure they meet basic care needs. You can feel confident knowing they have been in the system for a long time. They know the Zanesville area well. That local knowledge helps them get resources to your door quickly. It is their job to make sure your loved one stays comfortable every single day.
Understanding Hospice Care in Zanesville
Hospice is not a place you go to die. It is a type of care that comes to you. Most people get hospice services in their own homes. The goal is to focus on comfort rather than a cure. You get a team that includes nurses, aides, and social workers. They all work to lower pain and stress for the patient. But they also help the family cope with the changes. In Zanesville, families have access to several hospice choices. You do not have to pick the first one you see. Take your time to talk with them. Ask how they handle emergencies after hours. The best hospice teams are the ones that answer the phone when you call at 3:00 a.m. Peace of mind is the true goal of these services.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have the right to ask hard questions. Start by asking how quickly they can get a nurse to your home in a crisis. That is a vital detail for your safety. Ask how they handle pain medicine delivery. You need to know that your loved one will not have to wait for relief. Also, ask about their staff. Do they have a chaplain or a social worker to help with the emotional side of things? These folks are just as important as the medical staff. Finally, ask what their "on-call" process looks like on weekends. You need to know who is coming to your house on a Sunday. Do not be shy. This is your family, and you deserve clear, honest answers from every provider you interview.
Preserve Your Family's Story
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