VISITING NURSE HEALTH AND HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 438 EAST MAIN RD
MIDDLETOWN, RI 02842 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- February 7, 1990
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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) | 10 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Physicians | 2 |
21
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 VISITING NURSE HEALTH AND 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
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how VISITING NURSE HEALTH AND HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
12.2 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 50th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
103
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 day12.2 min
Ranks better than about 50% 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 weekends9.3%
Ranks better than about 64% 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 life93.8%
Ranks better than about 52% 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 visits59.4%
Ranks better than about 41% 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 care6.7%
Ranks better than about 47% 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 months34.4%
Ranks better than about 56% 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 care4.4%
Ranks better than about 65% 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 hospice2.2%
Ranks better than about 35% 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)74th 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$18,005 · 50th 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 72.2% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.5%
- Breathing difficulty treatment97.3%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life72.2%
- All care steps completed97.8%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer24%
- Dementia19%
- Heart and circulatory disease27%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Stroke12%
- Other conditions10%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Visiting Nurse Health and Hospice
Visiting Nurse Health and Hospice serves families in Middletown, Rhode Island. They provide professional end-of-life care and support services for those in Newport County. This agency has been certified by Medicare since early 1990. They bring decades of experience to the local community. Their team focuses on helping patients live with dignity during their final months. That is their main goal. It represents a long history of service to the region.
About Visiting Nurse Health and Hospice
This organization operates as a for-profit provider. They maintain a clinical staff of twenty-one employees to manage patient care needs. This includes ten registered nurses and two licensed practical nurses. Two physicians also work with the team to guide medical decisions. Medicare certification is a sign that a provider follows federal rules for quality and safety. Families should look for this status when they compare local options. It ensures the agency meets specific standards for health and safety. You can feel better knowing they meet these requirements. The agency has built a stable team over the years. They focus on using their trained nurses to support your loved one at home. Having physicians on staff adds another layer of medical oversight for complex health situations. This setup helps the team handle changes in health quickly and effectively.
High Quality Standards
What Is Hospice Care Like in MIDDLETOWN?
Hospice care in this part of Rhode Island focuses on comfort and relief from pain. The goal is to keep patients in their own homes whenever possible. Staff members visit to check on symptoms and offer support to the whole family. With ten registered nurses on the team, they have the staff to provide consistent medical attention. They also have two physicians available to help manage care plans. You can expect them to explain what happens next at every step. This makes the process much clearer for everyone involved. They work hard to keep the patient comfortable and calm. Care often includes help with daily tasks and emotional support for family members. Everything is centered on the person receiving care. It helps families focus on spending time together instead of worrying about medical details.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right team is a big decision for your family. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can arrive if an emergency happens at night. You should also ask how the team will help manage pain and other difficult symptoms. Ask how often the staff will visit your home during the week. It is also good to know which staff members you will see most often. You might ask how they handle changes in a patient's condition. Finally, ask what support they offer to family members who are grieving. Getting clear answers helps you feel confident in your choice. Take your time with these questions. You deserve to know exactly how they will support your loved one.
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