BRANDYWINE RIVER VALLEY HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 1011 W BALTIMORE PIKE
WEST GROVE, PA 19390 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- January 26, 1995
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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) | 8 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 2 |
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 BRANDYWINE RIVER VALLEY 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 BRANDYWINE RIVER VALLEY HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
12.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 54th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
46
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 day12.6 min
Ranks better than about 54% 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 weekends11.3%
Ranks better than about 77% 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 life97.6%
Ranks better than about 83% 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 visits22.9%
Ranks better than about 86% 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 care2.8%
Ranks better than about 74% 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 months36.1%
Ranks better than about 52% 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 care13.9%
Ranks better than about 21% 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 hospice2.8%
Ranks better than about 28% 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$21,720 · 69th 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 81.1% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life81.1%
- All care steps completed100%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer20%
- Dementia24%
- Heart and circulatory disease25%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Other conditions18%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Brandywine River Valley Hospice
Brandywine River Valley Hospice serves families in West Grove, Pennsylvania, and the surrounding Chester County area. They offer specialized end-of-life care focused on comfort and dignity. This provider has maintained Medicare certification since 1995. They are also accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Health Care, known as ACHC. This means an outside group checked their work to ensure it meets high standards. It is a sign of their commitment to quality care for every patient they serve.
About Brandywine River Valley Hospice
This is a for-profit hospice agency. They operate as a freestanding hospice in West Grove. Being ACHC accredited is a big deal. It shows they follow strict rules for safety and clinical outcomes. The agency employs 18 staff members, including 8 registered nurses and one physician. They also work with 2 volunteers. Families should know that these team members coordinate to manage pain and provide emotional support. That is their main job. Having a physician on staff allows for quick changes to care plans when needs shift suddenly. You want a team that talks to each other often.
Quality Rating
Understanding Hospice Care in West Grove
Hospice care is about helping people live their final months with as much peace as possible. In West Grove, you have choices for this type of care. The team at Brandywine River Valley Hospice includes a mix of professionals. They use registered nurses, a doctor, and volunteers to help your family. What most people do not realize is that hospice is not just for the final days. It is for anyone with a terminal illness who chooses comfort over curative treatments. The goal is to keep your loved one at home whenever possible. That is a comforting thought for many families during a hard time.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team feels like a heavy task. Start by asking these questions to get a clear picture of their services. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. Second, ask how they handle pain management and symptom control. Third, ask how often the hospice nurse will visit your loved one each week. Finally, ask how they support family members with grief and emotional needs. You deserve clear answers. Take your time. Do not feel rushed to make a choice that does not feel right for your family.
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