RAINBOW HOSPICE CARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 147 W ROCKWELL ST
JEFFERSON, WI 53549 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 30, 1995
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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) | 39 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 157 |
109
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 RAINBOW HOSPICE CARE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Both provided directly and arranged with other facilities
- 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.
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 RAINBOW HOSPICE CARE compares to hospices nationwide.
17.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 90th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
173
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 day17.7 min
Ranks better than about 90% 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 weekends8.1%
Ranks better than about 52% 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 life96.3%
Ranks better than about 73% 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 visits45.5%
Ranks better than about 60% 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 care11.8%
Ranks better than about 18% 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 months29.4%
Ranks better than about 70% 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 care4.4%
Ranks better than about 65% 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 hospice2.9%
Ranks better than about 26% 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)85th 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$17,052 · 45th 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 82.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening98.8%
- Pain assessment99.1%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.1%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.8%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life82.7%
- All care steps completed97.9%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer21%
- Dementia15%
- Heart and circulatory disease22%
- Lung and respiratory disease9%
- Stroke17%
- Other conditions17%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Rainbow Hospice Care in Jefferson
Rainbow Hospice Care serves people in Jefferson, Wisconsin. This provider offers end-of-life care focused on comfort and support for families. They have served the community since 1995 as a Medicare certified program. Choosing the right support for a loved one is a major decision for any family. This group works to provide care that meets high federal standards for quality. Their team includes 39 registered nurses and one physician to oversee medical needs. They also rely on a large group of 157 volunteers to help with daily tasks. Having such a large volunteer base often helps provide extra comfort and presence during quiet times. You can reach them at 920-674-6255 to discuss their services. They are ready to answer your questions about how hospice care works in your own home or a facility.
About Rainbow Hospice Care
Rainbow Hospice Care operates as a non-profit organization in Jefferson County. Being non-profit means their main goal is providing care rather than making a profit. They earned their Medicare certification in March 1995. This is a sign of long-term stability in the local area. Medicare certification requires providers to follow strict rules for safety and care quality. These rules cover everything from how they manage pain to how they train their staff. Families should know that this provider operates as a freestanding hospice. That means they are not part of a hospital or a nursing home system. They focus solely on hospice work. That focus allows them to specialize in comfort care for those with serious illness. Their staff of 109 employees works together to meet your family needs. They have a long history of meeting federal requirements for hospice programs.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Jefferson?
Hospice care in Jefferson focuses on comfort and dignity for patients. When you choose a provider like this one, you get a team that visits you where you live. This team includes doctors, nurses, and volunteers who work together. The goal is to manage pain and help the patient stay as comfortable as possible. They also provide emotional support for family members who are going through a hard time. This provider has a large team of 39 registered nurses. This helps ensure that medical needs are handled quickly and with care. They also have 157 volunteers who can offer companionship. Having more staff means more eyes on your loved one. It also means more support for you. The team works to keep the patient in familiar surroundings. That is the main goal of their care. They follow a plan made just for your family.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should ask specific questions before you pick a hospice team. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. Second, ask how the team will help you manage pain or other symptoms. You should also ask about what the volunteers do for the patient. It helps to know if they sit with the patient or help with chores. Ask how they communicate with your primary doctor. Good communication is a must for good care. You should also ask how they support family members after a loss. These questions help you see if their values match your own. Take your time to get clear answers. You deserve to feel good about the choice you make for your family. A good provider will be happy to answer every single question you have.
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