SHRIVERS HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 2052 EAST PIKE
ZANESVILLE, OH 43701 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 12, 2017
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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 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 4 |
13
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 SHRIVERS 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
- 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 2017.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how SHRIVERS HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
9.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 22nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
135
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 day9.7 min
Ranks better than about 22% 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 weekends7.4%
Ranks better than about 44% 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 life99.2%
Ranks better than about 91% 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 visits73.1%
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 care7.8%
Ranks better than about 40% 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 months36.9%
Ranks better than about 49% 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 care13.6%
Ranks better than about 21% 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$19,401 · 58th 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 78.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.7%
- Pain assessment97.6%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.7%
- Breathing difficulty treatment95.3%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.7%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.6%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids92.7%
- Visits in the last days of life78.4%
- All care steps completed93.7%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer11%
- Dementia14%
- Heart and circulatory disease11%
- Lung and respiratory disease11%
- Stroke5%
- Other conditions50%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Shrivers Hospice
Shrivers Hospice serves the Zanesville area from its location on East Pike in Muskingum County. This freestanding hospice provider offers care to families in need of support during end-of-life transitions. They hold accreditation from the Joint Commission. This group acts as an independent auditor to check that health providers meet strict safety and quality standards. Accreditation shows a commitment to high-level care for every person they serve.
About SHRIVERS HOSPICE
Shrivers Hospice operates as a for-profit organization and has maintained Medicare certification since August 2017. The team includes 13 staff members who work together to support patients. Their clinical roster features two registered nurses, one licensed practical nurse, and two physicians. They also coordinate with four volunteers to help families. Being a freestanding hospice means they focus their resources entirely on these specific services. Families should know that this provider has earned strong quality-of-care marks based on the Hospice Care Index. They also hold above-average results on patient satisfaction surveys. These scores suggest that those who use this hospice often feel their needs are met well. It is helpful to review these metrics when you compare local options for your loved ones.
Quality Overview
What Is Hospice Care Like in ZANESVILLE?
Hospice care in this part of Ohio focuses on comfort for patients and their families. Teams visit patients where they live to manage pain and provide emotional support. Shrivers Hospice uses a small, dedicated group of professionals to provide this care. With two nurses and two doctors on staff, they have the medical expertise to handle complex symptoms. They also use volunteers to provide extra companionship for those who need it. The goal is to keep the patient at home whenever possible. This setting allows families to spend more time together without the stress of hospital visits. You can expect regular check-ins from the clinical staff to adjust the care plan as symptoms change. That keeps the focus on comfort every single day.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a provider is a big step. You should feel comfortable asking direct questions to understand how they will support your family. First, ask how quickly a nurse can reach your home if an urgent issue happens at night or on the weekend. Second, find out how the team communicates changes in the patient's condition to the family. You might also ask how they manage pain and other symptoms to keep the patient comfortable. Finally, ask what specific roles the volunteers play in the daily care plan. Getting these answers now helps you know what to expect later. Take your time to get the facts you need. A good provider will be happy to answer all of your questions clearly.
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