METHODIST ALLIANCE HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 6400 SHELBY VIEW DRIVE, SUITE 101
MEMPHIS, TN 38134 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 31, 1984
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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) | 26 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 4 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 100 |
72
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 METHODIST ALLIANCE HOSPICE 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
- 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 2011.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how METHODIST ALLIANCE HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
12.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 57th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
79
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 day12.9 min
Ranks better than about 57% 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%
Ranks better than about 39% 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 life93.4%
Ranks better than about 49% 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 visits46.7%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 care13.5%
Ranks better than about 12% 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 months31.7%
Ranks better than about 64% 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 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)83rd 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$6,551 · 2nd 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 51.2% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.9%
- Pain assessment58.2%
- Breathing difficulty screening98.9%
- Breathing difficulty treatment97.4%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.7%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.3%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids95.3%
- Visits in the last days of life51.2%
- All care steps completed85.1%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer32%
- Dementia21%
- Heart and circulatory disease15%
- Lung and respiratory disease8%
- Stroke6%
- Other conditions18%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Serving Families in Memphis
Methodist Alliance Hospice provides compassionate end-of-life care for residents in Memphis, Tennessee. Their team focuses on comfort, dignity, and support for patients facing serious illness. They serve the Shelby County area from their office on Shelby View Drive. The goal here is simple. They want to help patients live their final days with as much peace as possible. It is about honoring the person behind the diagnosis. That is a big deal for families during a tough season.
About Methodist Alliance Hospice
This provider operates as a non-profit organization. That is important because they put patient care before profits. They have been Medicare certified since August 31, 1984. That is over 39 years of serving the local community. Long-standing roots like these often mean a provider understands the rhythm of local healthcare. They have weathered many changes in the industry. Families should know that this longevity shows a deep commitment to the Memphis area. It is not just a business. It is a legacy of care for neighbors.
High Quality Standards
Understanding Hospice Care in Memphis
Choosing hospice in a busy city like Memphis can feel overwhelming. There are many providers to sort through. The thing is, hospice is not a place you go to die. It is a philosophy of care that comes to you. Most care happens in your own home. Sometimes, it happens in a nursing facility or a hospital. The focus is always on managing pain and symptoms. It is about adding life to days, not just days to life. You deserve to know that help is nearby. Teams in this area are trained to support your specific needs. They coordinate with your doctors to make sure your wishes come first. That is the heart of hospice.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have the right to pick the best fit for your loved one. Don't be afraid to ask hard questions. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home in an emergency. You should also ask about their experience with your loved one's specific illness. Another good question is how they support the family after a loss. Do they offer grief counseling? And, find out how they communicate with your primary doctor. Keep it simple. If the answer feels confusing, ask them to explain it again. You need to feel heard and respected. Trust your gut feeling during these talks.
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