SERENITY HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 3331 STREET ROAD SUITE 101
BENSALEM, PA 19020 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 12, 2012
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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) | 14 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
87
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 SERENITY 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
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- 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 SERENITY HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 16th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
234
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 min
Ranks better than about 16% 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 weekends7.8%
Ranks better than about 49% 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 life88%
Ranks better than about 26% 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 visits80%
Ranks better than about 13% 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 care10.4%
Ranks better than about 24% 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%
Ranks better than about 74% 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 care18.1%
Ranks better than about 10% 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 hospice4.9%
Ranks better than about 11% 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$15,371 · 36th 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 63.1% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening98.1%
- Pain assessment98.5%
- Breathing difficulty screening98.3%
- Breathing difficulty treatment94.1%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.2%
- Beliefs and values discussed95.5%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99.2%
- Visits in the last days of life63.1%
- All care steps completed90.3%
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%
- Dementia42%
- Heart and circulatory disease13%
- Lung and respiratory disease6%
- Stroke5%
- Other conditions21%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Support for Your Loved Ones
Serenity Hospice provides end-of-life care for families in Bensalem, Pennsylvania. They serve patients throughout Bucks County from their office on Street Road. Their team focuses on comfort and dignity for those facing a life-limiting illness. They help manage pain and offer emotional support for the whole family during a tough time. It is about making every day count when time is short.
About Serenity Hospice
Serenity Hospice operates as a for-profit provider in Pennsylvania. They earned their Medicare certification back on September 12, 2012. This means they have over a decade of experience serving the local community. Choosing a hospice is a big decision for any family. You want to know that the team is reliable and follows clear standards. That said, checking their history is a smart first step. Their office is easy to find at 3331 Street Road Suite 101. If you live in or near Bensalem, they are one of the options you can explore. They understand the local needs of families in Bucks County. Take your time to talk with them about your specific situation.
Quality Performance Snapshot
Understanding Hospice Care in Bensalem
Hospice care is not about giving up. It is about changing the goal of care. The focus moves from trying to cure an illness to making the patient as comfortable as possible. In Bensalem, families have access to several hospice providers. Most care happens right where the patient lives, whether that is a private home or a care facility. The thing is, hospice is a team effort. You get a nurse, a social worker, and an aide to help with daily needs. They also provide spiritual support if you want it. And they offer respite care to give family caregivers a well-deserved break. It is a full circle of support for everyone involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel confident in the team you pick. Start by asking how quickly they can visit if a crisis happens at night or on a weekend. It is also vital to ask how they handle pain and other symptoms. You need to know if they provide 24/7 on-call support. Ask them how they help family members cope with grief, too. Here is a simple tip: ask for a meeting with the person who will manage your loved one's care. Trust your gut during that talk. Do they listen well? Do they answer your questions in plain language? You deserve a partner who makes you feel heard and respected during this journey.
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