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 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) | 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 screening98.8%
- Pain assessment96.4%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.6%
- Breathing difficulty treatment97.6%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.7%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.7%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids95%
- Visits in the last days of life68.4%
- All care steps completed96.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer14%
- Dementia38%
- Heart and circulatory disease19%
- Lung and respiratory disease6%
- Stroke4%
- 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
Caring Hospice Services offers end-of-life care for families in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania. They focus on comfort, dignity, and managing symptoms for patients facing a life-limiting illness. Choosing a hospice team is a deeply personal decision. You want a group that treats your family like their own. This provider serves the Montgomery County area with a team dedicated to specialized medical and emotional support. They aim to make each day meaningful for the patient and their loved ones.
About Caring Hospice Services
This provider has been Medicare certified since November 1996. That is over 25 years of service to the community. They operate as a for-profit organization. What does this mean for you? It means they must meet strict federal standards to keep their certification. Families should know that Medicare covers hospice care fully for those who qualify. This includes medicine, medical equipment, and visits from nurses or aides. Caring Hospice Services has built a long history of helping families navigate these difficult moments. They are located at 400 Commerce Drive, Suite C. If you have questions about their specific programs, calling them at (215) 619-7650 is a great first step. They can explain exactly how their team will show up for your family when you need them most.
Quality You Can Trust
Understanding Hospice Care in Fort Washington
Hospice is not about giving up. It is about choosing to focus on quality of life. In Montgomery County, families have access to several hospice providers. But the right choice depends on the team's personality and their availability to help your family. Most care happens right where the patient lives. This could be in a private home, an assisted living facility, or a nursing home. The team manages pain and provides emotional support for everyone involved. That is a big deal during a hard time. You are not meant to do this alone. Hospice brings the experts to your front door so you can spend your energy on what matters most. Being together is the priority. The clinical details are handled by the professionals, leaving you free to just be a daughter, son, or spouse.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Selecting a partner for end-of-life care feels overwhelming. Start by asking clear, direct questions to get the info you need. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night or on a weekend. Response time matters. Second, ask what their plan is to manage pain and other difficult symptoms. You want a team that acts fast. Third, ask how they support the family after a loss. Grief support is a core part of hospice care. Finally, ask if they have experience with your loved one's specific diagnosis. Some teams have extra training for certain conditions. Keep a notebook handy. Write down the answers so you can compare your options without the stress of trying to remember every single detail later on.
Preserve Your Family's History
Your loved one has a lifetime of wisdom and stories that deserve to be remembered. We help families capture these precious memories in a simple, meaningful way during this time.
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