CONCORDIA HOSPICE OF BETHLEN
Provider Information
- Address
- 135 KALASSAY DRIVE
LIGONIER, PA 15658 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 27, 2009
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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) | 2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0 |
| Physicians | 0 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
6
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 CONCORDIA HOSPICE OF BETHLEN 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how CONCORDIA HOSPICE OF BETHLEN compares to hospices nationwide.
14.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 72nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
19
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 day14.5 min
Ranks better than about 72% 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 weekends3.9%
Ranks better than about 8% 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 life90.9%
Ranks better than about 35% 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 visits48%
Ranks better than about 56% 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 care5.3%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 months31.6%
Ranks better than about 64% 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 care10.5%
Ranks better than about 33% 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 hospice5.3%
Ranks better than about 10% 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$15,194 · 35th 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 8 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 47.1% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening92.5%
- Pain assessment75.8%
- Breathing difficulty screening98.8%
- Breathing difficulty treatment92.1%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed92.5%
- Visits in the last days of life47.1%
- All care steps completed73.8%
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%
- Dementia20%
- Heart and circulatory disease33%
- Stroke14%
- Other conditions15%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Concordia Hospice of Bethlen
Concordia Hospice of Bethlen provides hospice services to families in Ligonier, Pennsylvania. This provider operates as a freestanding hospice agency in Westmoreland County. They have been certified by Medicare for over fifteen years. Their team works to support patients who need end of life care at home or in other settings. They focus on meeting the medical and comfort needs of those they serve. This agency remains a steady presence in the local medical community. Finding the right support makes a difference for everyone involved in your care. You deserve a team that knows the area well.
About Concordia Hospice of Bethlen
This agency operates as a for profit provider. They earned their initial Medicare certification in March of 2009. That certification status means they meet federal standards for patient safety and care quality. Being a freestanding hospice means they focus only on hospice services rather than offering broad hospital care. You should know that their status as a for profit organization is common in the hospice field today. Families often look for this history when comparing local options. A long track record suggests they have clear processes for their daily operations. The agency employs six staff members to manage their work. Two of those employees are registered nurses. They do not have volunteers or physicians on their direct payroll. You can ask them how they coordinate with your primary doctor to manage symptoms.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Ligonier?
Hospice care in this part of Pennsylvania helps patients stay comfortable in their own homes. The team visits you to manage pain and help with daily needs. At Concordia Hospice of Bethlen, the clinical staff includes two registered nurses. These nurses handle the medical side of your care plan. They work with your family to teach you how to give medicine or change dressings. Sometimes, the team will connect you with community resources for extra help. You might wonder how they handle calls at night. Most agencies have a nurse on call twenty four hours a day. You should ask them how they respond to emergencies. It helps to have a clear plan before you need it. The focus stays on your goals and your wishes every single day.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice team feels like a big decision. You should feel comfortable asking direct questions to get the answers you need. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if a problem happens. Ask what specific tasks the registered nurses will perform each week. You should also ask how they communicate changes in your condition to your family. It is also good to ask how they handle your pain medication needs. Ask if they provide help for your family members too. You need to know how they support your emotional needs. Do not be afraid to ask these questions during your first meeting. A good provider will be happy to explain their work to you.
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