COMPASSUS HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE - PHILADELPHIA
Provider Information
- Address
- 2101 OREGON PIKE SUITE 301
LANCASTER, PA 17601 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- December 4, 2007
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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) | 6 |
| Physicians | 1 |
25
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 COMPASSUS HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE - PHILADELPHIA 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 2010.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how COMPASSUS HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE - PHILADELPHIA compares to hospices nationwide.
15.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 78th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
80
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 day15.3 min
Ranks better than about 78% 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 weekends9.1%
Ranks better than about 63% 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 life94%
Ranks better than about 54% 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 visits34%
Ranks better than about 74% 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 care10.2%
Ranks better than about 25% 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 months39.8%
Ranks better than about 42% 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 care7%
Ranks better than about 51% 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 hospice1.6%
Ranks better than about 42% 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)89th 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$11,407 · 16th 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 68.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment99.5%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.6%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.8%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.8%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99.4%
- Visits in the last days of life68.8%
- All care steps completed98.2%
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%
- Dementia35%
- Heart and circulatory disease13%
- Lung and respiratory disease16%
- Stroke5%
- Other conditions19%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Compassus Hospice and Palliative Care in Lancaster
Compassus Hospice and Palliative Care serves patients in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This local provider offers end of life support and comfort services to those in the community. They have been certified by Medicare since late 2007. The organization maintains accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This accreditation shows that the provider meets high standards for safety and patient care. Families looking for care in the Lancaster area can look to this location for support during a difficult time. The team works to keep patients comfortable in their own homes or care facilities. They focus on managing symptoms while keeping the patient at the center of every decision made.
About Compassus Hospice and Palliative Care
This is a for-profit hospice provider. It operates as a freestanding hospice, which means it exists as a separate facility rather than part of a hospital. The Accreditation Commission for Health Care reviews the provider to ensure they follow strict rules. This group checks for quality and safety to make sure patients stay safe. Receiving this badge means the provider volunteers to be checked by experts. It is a sign of a commitment to high standards. The provider has served the area for many years. Families should know that this location has a team of 25 people ready to help. This includes six registered nurses and one doctor on staff. They work together to manage care plans for each patient. Ask them how their team coordinates care with your primary doctor.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Lancaster?
Hospice care in Lancaster focuses on comfort when a cure is no longer the goal. The team helps patients manage pain and other symptoms at home. This provider includes 25 staff members to support that mission. You will find six registered nurses who visit patients to check on their needs. A doctor also oversees the medical side of the care plan. That is a big help for families who want to stay at home. The staff works with social workers and aides to provide a full circle of support. They aim to make every day as peaceful as possible. Your team will explain exactly how they handle after-hours calls. This helps you know who to contact if a problem comes up at night or on the weekend.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Finding the right fit matters for your peace of mind. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an urgent issue occurs. You should also ask how often the team visits each week. It is good to know if the doctor stays in touch with your regular family physician. Finally, ask what kind of support they offer to family members after a loss. These questions help you understand how the agency handles daily care. Write down the answers so you can compare them with other local options. You deserve to feel confident in the team you choose. Take your time to get the details you need before making a final decision.
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