ATHENA RHODE ISLAND HOSPICE LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 300 TOLLGATE ROAD, STE 201
WARWICK, RI 02886 - Ownership Type
- Other
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 31, 2022
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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 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
3
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 ATHENA RHODE ISLAND HOSPICE LLC 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ATHENA RHODE ISLAND HOSPICE LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
16 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 82nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
15
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 day16 min
Ranks better than about 82% 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 weekends6%
Ranks better than about 26% 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 life97.9%
Ranks better than about 85% 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 visits55.1%
Ranks better than about 47% 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%
Ranks better than about 60% 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 months50%
Ranks better than about 17% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 hospice0%
Ranks better than about 55% 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)67th 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$21,838 · 70th 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 7 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 81.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life81.6%
- 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.
- Dementia59%
- Other conditions19%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
ATHENA RHODE ISLAND HOSPICE LLC
ATHENA RHODE ISLAND HOSPICE LLC serves families in Warwick, Rhode Island. This freestanding hospice provider operates from their office on Tollgate Road. They received their Medicare certification in the spring of 2022. The agency maintains accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care, also known as ACHC. Choosing a hospice provider is a heavy task for any family. Learning about their background helps you make a clear decision. This agency focuses on providing care within the Providence area. They work to meet the needs of those facing a life-limiting illness. You deserve to know who is caring for your loved one. Their local presence in Warwick allows for focused attention on the needs of the community. Having this information helps you compare your local options with confidence.
About ATHENA RHODE ISLAND HOSPICE LLC
This provider operates under other ownership rather than being a hospital-based program. They earned their Medicare certification on May 31, 2022. Their accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care shows that they follow strict national standards. This group reviews hospice agencies to ensure they meet high benchmarks for safety and care. They look at how a hospice handles medications and patient records. They also check how the team talks with families during difficult times. This process matters because it shows an outside group verified their work. The agency currently reports a team of three employees, including two registered nurses. That is a small, focused team. You should ask how they plan to cover all care needs with this staff size. Understanding the structure of the agency helps you see how they deliver daily support to their patients.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in WARWICK?
Hospice care in Warwick brings medical support directly to the place you call home. The goal is to manage pain and symptoms so your loved one stays comfortable. Nurses visit to monitor changes and give necessary medicine. They also educate family caregivers on how to provide daily help. This agency employs two registered nurses to lead their clinical efforts. They do not currently have volunteers on staff. You might want to ask how they handle requests for extra companionship or respite time. Most hospice teams work with doctors to update plans quickly when needs change. The care is about quality of life. It provides a layer of support that focuses on peace and dignity. You get to decide how much help you want and when you need it most. Having a local team means they can reach you faster when questions arise during the night.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel empowered to ask direct questions during your first meeting with any provider. Start by asking how the team handles emergencies after regular business hours. You need to know exactly who will answer the phone at three in the morning. Ask how often a nurse will physically visit your home each week. Some agencies visit more often than others. You should also ask how they manage pain medications to ensure your loved one stays comfortable. Ask them to explain their plan for providing emotional or spiritual support to your family. It is also wise to ask if they have experience with specific conditions. Good providers will answer these questions clearly. Do not settle for vague promises. You need specific answers about how they will care for your family every single day.
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