MEDI HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE - CHESAPEAKE
Provider Information
- Address
- 530 INDEPENDENCE PARKWAY 200
CHESAPEAKE, VA 23320 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 11, 2005
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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) | 21 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 8 |
| Physicians | 3 |
| Volunteers | 5 |
62
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 MEDI HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE - CHESAPEAKE 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
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how MEDI HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE - CHESAPEAKE compares to hospices nationwide.
13 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 59th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
114
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 day13 min
Ranks better than about 59% 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 weekends10.1%
Ranks better than about 70% 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 life97.2%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 visits36%
Ranks better than about 72% 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 care8.6%
Ranks better than about 35% 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 months30.2%
Ranks better than about 68% 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 care20.7%
Ranks better than about 6% 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 hospice6%
Ranks better than about 7% 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$15,604 · 37th 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 56.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.8%
- 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 life56.7%
- All care steps completed99.8%
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%
- Dementia30%
- Heart and circulatory disease13%
- Lung and respiratory disease5%
- Stroke20%
- Other conditions12%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Care and Support in Chesapeake
Medi Home Health and Hospice provides end-of-life care for families in Chesapeake, Virginia. They focus on comfort and symptom management for patients facing a life-limiting illness. Their team works right in the community to ensure patients stay in familiar surroundings. It is a local option for those living near Independence Parkway. Getting the right support early often makes a big difference for everyone involved. The goal here is simple: to help you focus on time spent with those you love most.
About Medi Home Health and Hospice - Chesapeake
This provider operates as a for-profit organization. They have been certified by Medicare since May 11, 2005. That is nearly two decades of service in the local area. What does this mean for your family? It means they have met federal standards for care over a long period. Being for-profit just describes their business structure, not the quality of the nurses or aides. But it is always smart to look at the numbers. You should feel comfortable asking them about their specific team and how they handle daily care. They are ready to answer your questions about their history and their approach to your loved one's needs.
Quality Ratings at a Glance
Understanding Hospice Care in Chesapeake
Hospice is not about giving up. It is about choosing a different kind of care. In Chesapeake, families can pick from several providers to help manage pain and emotional stress. The main point is to improve the quality of each day. Most hospice care happens right where the patient lives. That could be a private home or an assisted living facility. The team visits on a regular schedule to check on the patient. They also provide supplies and medicines related to the illness. The thing is, hospice is a team effort. You, the doctor, and the hospice staff all work together. This helps keep the patient comfortable and gives the family a much-needed break from the daily stress of caregiving.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a provider is a big decision. You want to feel confident in your choice. Start by asking how they handle pain after hours. You need to know that someone is available if an emergency happens at 2 a.m. Also, ask how often a nurse will actually visit the home. Some agencies have different schedules for different needs. It is also good to ask how they support the family emotionally. Do they offer grief counseling or volunteer help? Finally, ask if they have experience with your loved one's specific health condition. Every situation is unique. Getting clear answers now will save you a lot of worry later on. Trust your gut feeling during these talks.
Keep Family Stories Alive
Your loved one has a lifetime of memories to share. Preserving these stories can be a beautiful way to honor their journey and keep their voice for future generations.
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