CARING HOSPICE SERVICES
Provider Information
- Address
- 400 COMMERCE DRIVE SUITE C
FORT WASHINGTON, PA 19034 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- November 7, 1996
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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) | 20 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 12 |
79
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 CARING HOSPICE SERVICES 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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how CARING HOSPICE SERVICES compares to hospices nationwide.
18.1 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 91st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
185
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 day18.1 min
Ranks better than about 91% 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 weekends5.4%
Ranks better than about 19% 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 life92.1%
Ranks better than about 41% 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 visits69.1%
Ranks better than about 27% 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 care3%
Ranks better than about 73% 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 months52.5%
Ranks better than about 14% 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 care8.1%
Ranks better than about 45% 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%
Ranks better than about 50% 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)67th 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$17,552 · 48th 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 screening98.4%
- Pain assessment96.0%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.7%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.5%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.7%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.7%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids95.9%
- Visits in the last days of life68.4%
- All care steps completed96.3%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer14%
- Dementia38%
- Heart and circulatory disease19%
- Lung and respiratory disease6%
- Stroke4%
- Other conditions21%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Caring Hospice Services
Caring Hospice Services offers end-of-life care for residents in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania. This provider operates as a freestanding hospice agency within Montgomery County. They provide support to families during a difficult time. The team focuses on comfort and symptom management for patients with terminal illnesses. They have served the local community for many years since they first earned their certification in late 1996. Families can rely on their long history of service in this region. This agency is a for-profit organization that manages its own daily operations. Their staff includes seventy-nine employees dedicated to patient care. They also maintain a team of twenty registered nurses and two physicians. These professionals work together to meet the needs of each person under their care. It is a stable team that has been active for a long time. They bring a professional approach to every home they visit.
About Caring Hospice Services
This agency operates as a for-profit provider. They first earned Medicare certification in November of 1996. Medicare certification means the government checks their work to ensure they meet basic health and safety rules. Many families prefer agencies with a long track record like this one. They have been active for over twenty-five years. That is a long time to learn how to help people well. The agency employs twelve volunteers who support the main staff. Volunteers often provide companionship or help with small tasks around the house. This adds a layer of extra support for families. Having a team of twenty nurses and two doctors means there is professional oversight for patient care. They focus on meeting the rules set by federal programs. You can feel sure that they follow standard practices for care. They are fully set up to serve the needs of the community in Fort Washington.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Fort Washington?
Hospice care in this area focuses on keeping patients comfortable in their own homes. The goal is to manage pain and improve the quality of each day. You will find that teams here are small but active. They include registered nurses and doctors who visit to check on progress. The staff works with family members to create a plan that fits the patient. Most care happens where the person lives. This keeps the environment familiar and quiet for them. The team at this agency includes seventy-nine total people. They bring supplies and medicines to the home as needed. That saves families from extra trips to the pharmacy. It is a system built to reduce stress. And it allows the family to spend more time talking with their loved one. The focus stays on the person rather than the illness. That is the main goal of their hospice work.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel confident before you pick a team for your family. Start by asking how the team handles pain at night or on weekends. It is good to know who you will call when you have a question. Ask how often a nurse will visit the home. You should also check if they provide volunteers for extra support. Ask what happens if the patient needs more care than the home can provide. Does the agency have a contract with a local facility? This is a helpful thing to know for later. Find out if they have experience with the specific condition your loved one has. You can also ask how they communicate with the family doctor. Clear updates are very helpful for everyone involved. Take your time to get clear answers. This helps you choose the best fit for your specific situation.
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