AVERA @ HOME
Provider Information
- Address
- 706 S MAIN ST
ABERDEEN, SD 57401 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 19, 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 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) | 14 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 17 |
22
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 AVERA @ HOME 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 AVERA @ HOME compares to hospices nationwide.
21.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 96th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
37
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 day21.4 min
Ranks better than about 96% 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 weekends9.6%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 life98.1%
Ranks better than about 87% 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 visits13.1%
Ranks better than about 94% 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 care7.1%
Ranks better than about 44% 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 months19%
Ranks better than about 89% 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 care2.4%
Ranks better than about 75% 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 hospice4.8%
Ranks better than about 12% 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$9,495 · 9th 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 84.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment99.4%
- 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 life84.4%
- All care steps completed99.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer26%
- Dementia10%
- Heart and circulatory disease16%
- Lung and respiratory disease9%
- Other conditions37%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
AVERA @ HOME
AVERA @ HOME provides hospice services to families in Aberdeen, South Dakota. They operate out of their office on South Main Street. This group helps patients manage serious illness with comfort and care. They have served the community since 1994. Medicare certifies this provider for hospice care. Their team works to support your loved ones during difficult times. You can reach their office at 605-622-5200 to learn more about how they serve the Brown County area. They focus on meeting the needs of those they serve in the region.
About AVERA @ HOME
AVERA @ HOME is a non-profit organization. Non-profit hospice providers often reinvest their earnings back into the care they offer. They have held Medicare certification for many decades. This long history shows a commitment to meeting federal standards for hospice care. A provider must follow strict rules to keep this status. CMS checks these rules to make sure patients get safe and high-quality support. You should know that this provider operates as a freestanding hospice. That means they specialize in end-of-life care outside of a hospital setting. They have a team of 14 registered nurses and 2 physicians. They also work with 17 volunteers. This mix of staff helps ensure that patients have access to skilled care. It is a good idea to ask how they coordinate this care with your primary doctor.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in ABERDEEN?
Hospice care in Aberdeen focuses on comfort and quality of life. The team at AVERA @ HOME includes 22 total employees. Their staff features 14 registered nurses and 2 physicians. They also use 17 volunteers to help support families. This group works together to manage symptoms and provide emotional support for the patient. They visit the patient wherever they live. This could be a private home or a care facility in the area. The main goal is to keep the patient pain-free and comfortable. They also provide support for the entire family. It is a team effort. You can expect regular visits from the staff to check on how things are going. They want to ensure everyone feels supported throughout the process.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice provider is a big decision. You should feel comfortable with the people who will care for your loved one. Here are some questions to ask. How quickly can a nurse get to the house if there is an emergency at night? What happens if the patient needs medicine for pain right away? How does the team help the family with grief and emotional support? Ask if they have experience with the specific condition your loved one has. You can also ask how they involve the family in the care plan. Good communication is key. Make sure you understand who to call when you have questions. You have the right to ask as many questions as you need to feel ready.
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