BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOME CARE & HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 641 R B WILSON DRIVE SUITE J
HUNTINGDON, TN 38344 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- July 29, 1998
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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) | 2 |
| Physicians | 1 |
5
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 BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOME CARE & 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 BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOME CARE & HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
12.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 56th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
20
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 day12.8 min
Ranks better than about 56% 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 weekends9.7%
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 life97%
Ranks better than about 79% 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 visits18.5%
Ranks better than about 90% 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 care9.5%
Ranks better than about 29% 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 months9.5%
Ranks better than about 95% 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 care4.8%
Ranks better than about 63% 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)92nd 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$9,473 · 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 65.9% 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 life65.9%
- 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.
- Cancer23%
- Dementia9%
- Heart and circulatory disease21%
- Lung and respiratory disease23%
- Stroke10%
- Other conditions17%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Baptist Memorial Home Care & Hospice
Baptist Memorial Home Care & Hospice serves families in Huntingdon, Tennessee. This freestanding hospice provider offers specialized end-of-life care for those in Carroll County. They have been certified by Medicare since 1998. This long history shows their commitment to local families over many years. They focus on comfort and symptom relief during difficult times. You can find their office located on R B Wilson Drive.
About BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOME CARE & HOSPICE
This provider operates as a for-profit organization. They have maintained Medicare certification for over 25 years. This status confirms they meet specific federal requirements for patient care and safety. Certification is not just a label. It means the hospice team follows strict rules set by the government. These rules cover everything from medical care to how they handle patient records. Families should know that this provider has earned top marks for their quality of care. Their performance on the CMS Hospice Care Index shows they meet high standards. They keep their focus on the needs of the patient and the family. That is the main goal of any good hospice team. When you choose a certified provider, you get a team that is held to account by national quality standards.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in HUNTINGDON?
Hospice care in Huntingdon focuses on helping people stay comfortable in their own homes. The team works to manage pain and provide emotional support for the whole family. This provider maintains a small, dedicated staff to deliver these services. Their team includes five total employees. This group features two registered nurses and one physician. Having a doctor on the team helps ensure that medical decisions are handled with care. The nurses handle daily visits and help with symptom management. They work together to make sure the patient stays as comfortable as possible. You might wonder how a small team manages these needs. They coordinate closely to ensure someone is always there to help. This local approach keeps care personal and focused on individual goals. It allows the staff to get to know the patients and their specific wishes very well.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Selecting the right team is a big step. You should feel comfortable with the people you invite into your home. Start by asking how the team handles pain management after hours. You need to know who answers the phone at night or on weekends. Ask how many visits the nurses will make each week. It is also good to ask how they help family members cope with grief. You might ask if they provide volunteers to sit with the patient. Find out how they coordinate care with the patient's primary doctor. These answers will help you understand if the provider is a good fit for your situation. Do not be afraid to ask for clarity on any part of the care plan. You deserve to have all your questions answered before you make a final decision.
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