MAIN LINE HEALTH HOMECARE & HOSPICE - HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 240 RADNOR CHESTER ROAD, SUITE 100
RADNOR, PA 19087 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- July 14, 1994
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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) | 54 |
| Physicians | 5 |
| Volunteers | 65 |
118
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 MAIN LINE HEALTH HOMECARE & HOSPICE - HOSPICE 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 MAIN LINE HEALTH HOMECARE & HOSPICE - HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
15.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 79th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
262
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 day15.5 min
Ranks better than about 79% 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 weekends10.4%
Ranks better than about 72% 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 life96%
Ranks better than about 70% 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 visits32.3%
Ranks better than about 76% 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 care8.3%
Ranks better than about 37% 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 months27.8%
Ranks better than about 74% 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 care9.6%
Ranks better than about 38% 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)93rd 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$8,395 · 6th 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 69.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.8%
- Pain assessment99.8%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.3%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99.1%
- Visits in the last days of life69.7%
- All care steps completed97.7%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer25%
- Dementia13%
- Heart and circulatory disease22%
- Lung and respiratory disease15%
- Stroke7%
- Other conditions19%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Care and Comfort in Radnor
Main Line Health Homecare & Hospice provides dedicated end-of-life care for families in Radnor, Pennsylvania. They focus on comfort, pain management, and emotional support for patients facing serious illness. Their team works right out of their office on Radnor Chester Road. They help patients stay in their own homes whenever possible. It is a local option for families who need professional, compassionate support during a difficult season of life. They have been serving the community for many years, bringing a blend of clinical skill and heart to every home they visit. Choosing a provider close to home can make a real difference in how quickly the team can respond to your needs. That is a huge comfort when you are managing care at home.
About Main Line Health Homecare & Hospice
This provider operates as a non-profit organization. That is a big deal because it means their focus stays on patient needs rather than profits. They have been Medicare-certified since July 14, 1994. Having thirty years of history shows they have deep roots in the system. When you look for a hospice, you want someone with a long track record. This group has been around long enough to know exactly how to handle complex situations. Families should know that non-profit status often means they reinvest extra funds back into their staff and patient programs. They follow strict federal standards to keep their certification active. It gives families peace of mind to know they meet these long-standing national rules. The thing is, experience like this helps them handle unexpected challenges with calm and confidence.
High Quality Standards
Understanding Hospice Care in Radnor
Hospice care in Chester County is designed to help your loved one live as fully as possible. It is not about giving up on hope. It is about shifting the focus to comfort and quality of life. The team in Radnor includes doctors, nurses, social workers, and volunteers. They visit your home to manage pain and help with daily tasks. But they also provide spiritual and emotional support for the whole family. Many people think you must go to a facility, but hospice is usually provided right where the patient lives. That could be your own house or a local assisted living center. The goal is to keep things peaceful and familiar. It takes the burden of medical management off your shoulders. So, you can spend your time being a daughter, son, or spouse instead of a nurse.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team feels overwhelming, but a few key questions can help you decide. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. You need to know that help is just a phone call away. Second, ask how they handle pain management and if they have a doctor who specializes in end-of-life care. You want to be sure they have the right tools to keep your loved one comfortable. Third, ask how they support family members with grief and stress. Caregiving is exhausting work, and you will need support too. Finally, ask if they have volunteers who can sit with your loved one while you run errands. It is okay to be picky. You are looking for a partner who will walk this path with you and your family.
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