GRANE HOSPICE CARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 1200 CAMP HILL BYPASS, SUITE 205
CAMP HILL, PA 17011 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- January 6, 2011
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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) | 29 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
77
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 GRANE HOSPICE CARE 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how GRANE HOSPICE CARE compares to hospices nationwide.
12.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 56th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
229
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 day12.8 min
Ranks better than about 56% 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 weekends6.9%
Ranks better than about 37% 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 life93.3%
Ranks better than about 49% 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 visits57.8%
Ranks better than about 43% 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 care7.9%
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 months46.2%
Ranks better than about 25% 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 care9.6%
Ranks better than about 38% 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 hospice2.9%
Ranks better than about 26% 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)74th 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$14,219 · 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 68.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.8%
- Pain assessment98.8%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.6%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.9%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.5%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99.6%
- Visits in the last days of life68.4%
- All care steps completed98.5%
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%
- Dementia35%
- Heart and circulatory disease14%
- Lung and respiratory disease6%
- Stroke4%
- Other conditions27%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Grane Hospice Care
Grane Hospice Care serves patients in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. They provide hospice services to support families during end of life care. This provider has been certified by Medicare since early 2011. They operate as a for-profit hospice organization. Choosing a provider in your home county helps keep care nearby and easy to access. This team works to meet the needs of patients throughout Cumberland County. You can reach their local office at 717-763-4001 to ask about their specific programs. Their center is located on the Camp Hill Bypass. It is a freestanding hospice location. Their team size includes 77 employees who work together to support patients. They have 29 registered nurses and one physician on staff. Having this many nurses on the team allows for more direct contact with patients. That is a high number of nurses for a local office. They aim to provide comfort and care to those who need it most.
Understanding Quality Ratings
Families often look at government ratings to see how a provider performs. Grane Hospice Care shows strong results in quality of care measures. These scores reflect how well the team manages pain and treats symptoms. It shows they follow high standards for clinical care. The patient satisfaction scores are lower than their clinical marks. This score comes from surveys sent to families after a loved one passes away. It measures how families felt about the communication and support they received. A lower score here means some families wanted more help or clearer answers during the process. You should look at both scores to get the full picture. Clinical care is about the medicine and safety. Satisfaction is about the personal touch and how the staff explains things to you. Both parts matter when you choose a partner for your family. Use these metrics as one part of your research process.
Quality Summary
What Is Hospice Care Like in Camp Hill?
Hospice care in this area focuses on comfort at home. Most families choose to receive care in their own house or a nursing home. The team comes to you. They bring medical supplies and equipment to make the space safe. A nurse will visit to check on the patient and adjust their medicine. They also have a physician and a licensed practical nurse on the payroll. This team approach is standard for local hospice providers. The goal is to keep the patient calm and pain free. They also provide help for the family members who act as caregivers. You can expect regular visits from the medical staff. They will teach you how to give medicine or move your loved one safely. It is about making each day as good as it can be. You are not just getting medical help. You are getting a team to walk this path with you.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking the right hospice is a big step for your family. You should feel comfortable with the team you choose. Ask how many nurses they have available for after-hours calls. You need to know who answers the phone at 2:00 AM. Ask how they handle pain management if symptoms get worse suddenly. This shows if they have a plan for emergencies. Ask how often a nurse will visit your home each week. Some providers visit more often than others. You should also ask how they support family members who are grieving. Do they offer counselors or support groups? A good provider will answer these questions clearly and with kindness. Do not settle for vague answers. You deserve to know exactly how they will care for your loved one. Take notes during your calls to compare the answers later.
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