PROMEDICA HOSPICE-CHARLESTON
Provider Information
- Address
- 1470 TOBIAS GADSON BLVD, SUITE 203
CHARLESTON, SC 29407 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 15, 2002
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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) | 7 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
8
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 PROMEDICA HOSPICE-CHARLESTON reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Provided directly by this hospice
- Type of inpatient care
- Both general inpatient care and respite care
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Supplied directly by this hospice
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.
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 PROMEDICA HOSPICE-CHARLESTON compares to hospices nationwide.
11.2 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 38th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
49
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 day11.2 min
Ranks better than about 38% 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 weekends7.9%
Ranks better than about 50% 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 life94.2%
Ranks better than about 55% 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 visits51.4%
Ranks better than about 52% 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 care8.7%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 months34.8%
Ranks better than about 55% 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 care15.2%
Ranks better than about 16% 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$22,860 · 74th 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 67.9% 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 life67.9%
- 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.
- Cancer16%
- Dementia30%
- Heart and circulatory disease17%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Stroke10%
- Other conditions21%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Care in Charleston
ProMedica Hospice-Charleston serves families throughout Charleston, South Carolina. They offer end-of-life care focused on comfort, dignity, and quality of life. The team works out of their office on Tobias Gadson Boulevard to support patients in their own homes or care facilities. Choosing the right hospice is a deeply personal decision. It is about finding a partner who truly listens to your needs during a hard time. That is what this team strives to do every single day for the families they serve in the Lowcountry.
About PROMEDICA HOSPICE-CHARLESTON
This hospice provider has been Medicare-certified since May 15, 2002. That is over two decades of serving the community. They operate as a for-profit organization, which is a common model for hospice care in South Carolina. What should families know before choosing them? First, their history shows they have been a part of the local healthcare landscape for a long time. Longevity often suggests a stable team that understands the local medical system well. And because they are Medicare-certified, they must meet strict federal standards for patient safety and care quality. It is a big deal to find a provider with such a long track record. You want to feel confident that the team entering your home has the experience to handle complex situations. They focus on managing symptoms so that patients can spend their energy on what matters most to them.
Top-Tier Quality Rating
Understanding Hospice Care in Charleston
Hospice is not a place you go to give up. It is a specialized form of care designed for people facing a terminal illness. The goal is to provide comfort rather than trying to cure the illness. In Charleston, many families choose hospice to manage pain at home. This allows patients to stay in familiar surroundings with their loved ones nearby. Most people do not realize that hospice includes a whole team. You get a nurse, a social worker, a chaplain, and volunteers. They all work together to support the physical and emotional needs of the family. The best part is that Medicare covers these services fully for those who qualify. It is meant to remove the burden of caregiving so you can focus on being a family member again. That said, it is always smart to talk to your doctor early to see if your loved one is ready for this extra layer of support.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a provider can feel overwhelming when you are already stressed. Keep these questions in mind during your first meeting to keep things simple. First, ask how quickly they can get a nurse to your home if an emergency happens at night or on the weekend. You need to know that help is just a phone call away. Second, ask what kind of support they provide for family members who are grieving. The best providers offer counseling and resources long after the patient has passed. Third, ask how they handle pain management and if they have a specific plan for your loved one. Every person is different, so their plan should be too. Finally, ask if they have experience with your loved one's specific diagnosis. It is okay to be direct. Asking these questions helps you see if they are a good fit for your family's unique situation.
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