CARING HOSPICE SERVICES
Provider Information
- Address
- 118 FOX PLAN ROAD, SUITE 1
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- December 14, 2010
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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) | 5 |
| Physicians | 1 |
18
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
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.
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 CARING HOSPICE SERVICES compares to hospices nationwide.
13.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 66th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
29
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 day13.8 min
Ranks better than about 66% 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 life93.6%
Ranks better than about 51% 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 visits63.7%
Ranks better than about 35% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 months47.8%
Ranks better than about 22% 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 care10.1%
Ranks better than about 35% 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)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$19,842 · 60th 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 72.3% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening98.8%
- Breathing difficulty treatment94.4%
- Treatment preferences discussed98.8%
- Beliefs and values discussed95.1%
- Visits in the last days of life72.3%
- All care steps completed91.5%
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%
- Dementia33%
- Heart and circulatory disease31%
- Other conditions15%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Compassionate Support in Monroeville
Caring Hospice Services provides end-of-life care for families in Monroeville, Pennsylvania. Their team focuses on comfort and dignity for patients facing a life-limiting illness. They serve the Allegheny County area from their office on Fox Plan Road. Hospice is not just about medical care. It is about supporting the whole person and their loved ones. The team helps manage pain and offers emotional support during a very difficult season of life. That is a big deal when you are trying to focus on spending quality time together. You can reach their local office at (412) 666-0900 to learn more about how they can help your family today.
About Caring Hospice Services
Caring Hospice Services is a for-profit provider that has been Medicare certified since December 14, 2010. This long history shows they have been part of the community for many years. When picking a hospice, it helps to know how long they have worked with Medicare. This experience often means they know how to handle complex care needs. For-profit status means they are a business, but they must still meet strict federal rules. What most people do not realize is that all Medicare-certified hospices must provide the same core services. This includes nursing care, medical equipment, and help with daily tasks. It is smart to look at their ratings to see how they perform compared to other local teams. You deserve a partner that listens to your needs.
High Quality Care
Understanding Hospice Care in Monroeville
Living in Allegheny County means you have access to many healthcare resources. But finding the right hospice can still feel like a puzzle. The goal of hospice in Monroeville is to bring care to where the patient lives. This could be a private home, an assisted living facility, or a nursing home. The team visits the patient on a regular schedule to check on them. They also have an on-call nurse available 24 hours a day. That is a comfort for families who worry about what might happen in the middle of the night. You should never feel like you are doing this alone. Local providers are there to walk this path with you, step by step. It is all about peace of mind for everyone involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a provider is a big decision for your family. Do not be afraid to ask hard questions. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens. You should also ask how the team will help with pain and other symptoms. It is also good to ask how they support family members who are grieving. Ask them what their plan is for after-hours calls. Do they have a local team, or do they use a call center? You want to know that the person on the other end of the phone knows your story. The right team will be patient and take the time to answer every single question you have. Take your time and make sure you feel heard.
Preserve Your Family's History
This time of life is about more than medical care. It is also about the stories, lessons, and memories that define a person. Recording these stories is a beautiful way to honor your loved one's legacy for future generations.
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