COMPASSUS MILWAUKEE METRO
Provider Information
- Address
- 135 S 84TH ST SUITE 150-B
MILWAUKEE, WI 53214 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 28, 1997
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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 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
27
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 COMPASSUS MILWAUKEE METRO 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 COMPASSUS MILWAUKEE METRO 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.
93
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 weekends6.7%
Ranks better than about 35% 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%
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 care15.7%
Ranks better than about 8% 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 months28.9%
Ranks better than about 72% 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 care8.3%
Ranks better than about 44% 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 hospice1.7%
Ranks better than about 41% 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)94th 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$10,321 · 12th 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 76.5% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment99.5%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.8%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.5%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.8%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life76.5%
- All care steps completed99.1%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer23%
- Dementia16%
- Heart and circulatory disease16%
- Lung and respiratory disease20%
- Stroke9%
- Other conditions18%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Compassus Milwaukee Metro
Compassus Milwaukee Metro provides hospice care for people in the Milwaukee area. They have served the community since 1997. This provider is a freestanding hospice that holds accreditation from the ACHC. That accreditation shows they meet high standards for safety and care. They focus on helping families in Waukesha County and the surrounding region get the support they need during difficult times. Their team works right out of their location on South 84th Street.
About Compassus Milwaukee Metro
This provider operates as a for-profit organization. They have maintained Medicare certification for over 25 years. The ACHC accreditation is a badge of quality. It means an outside group checked their work against national standards. Most families feel better knowing a third party reviewed the agency. They want to see that the provider follows strict rules for medical care and patient safety. Choosing a hospice that keeps up with these standards can provide peace of mind. It shows the agency wants to do things the right way. This provider has a team of 27 employees who handle daily care. They have 14 registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse on staff. They also have two physicians and one volunteer helping out. This mix of staff helps them meet the needs of their patients every day.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in MILWAUKEE?
Hospice care in Milwaukee centers on comfort and dignity for the patient. You will find local teams that visit homes or nursing facilities to provide support. These teams include nurses, doctors, and volunteers who work together. They manage pain and symptoms while offering emotional support to the family. Staffing levels matter when you pick a provider. This location has 14 registered nurses ready to respond to medical needs. They also have two physicians who oversee the care plans. That is a solid amount of medical oversight for a team of this size. The goal is to keep the patient in a familiar setting where they feel most at peace. Having local professionals who know the area can make a real difference. It helps families feel connected to their care team during a hard time.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should meet with a few agencies before you decide. Ask them how they handle emergencies after regular business hours. You need to know who will show up at night. Ask how often a nurse will visit the home each week. Good communication is the key to a smooth experience. Ask how they help families deal with grief or stress. You should also ask about their volunteer services. Knowing how they train their staff can help you feel more confident in your choice. Take your time with these questions. You deserve clear answers that put your mind at ease.
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