HOSPICE ALLIANCE
Provider Information
- Address
- 10220 PRAIRIE RIDGE BLVD
PLEASANT PRAIRIE, WI 53158 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- December 18, 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 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) | 22 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 6 |
| Physicians | 1 |
85
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 HOSPICE ALLIANCE 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
- 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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HOSPICE ALLIANCE compares to hospices nationwide.
8.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 11th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
115
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 day8.3 min
Ranks better than about 11% 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 weekends9.9%
Ranks better than about 69% 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 life99.2%
Ranks better than about 91% 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 visits67.4%
Ranks better than about 30% 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 care13.3%
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 months44.4%
Ranks better than about 29% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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)74th 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$11,275 · 15th 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 82.3% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.6%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.3%
- Breathing difficulty treatment94.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.1%
- Beliefs and values discussed96.9%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids90.8%
- Visits in the last days of life82.3%
- All care steps completed93.3%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer25%
- Dementia9%
- Heart and circulatory disease28%
- Lung and respiratory disease14%
- Stroke6%
- Other conditions18%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice Care in Pleasant Prairie
Hospice Alliance serves families in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, from their office on Prairie Ridge Boulevard. They focus on providing compassionate end-of-life care for residents throughout Kenosha County. Their team works to keep patients comfortable and supported during their final months. Choosing a partner for this journey is a deeply personal decision. Families often find comfort in knowing that local experts are nearby to provide guidance and help. Whether it is managing pain or offering emotional support, they aim to walk this path alongside you and your loved ones.
About HOSPICE ALLIANCE
Hospice Alliance operates as a non-profit organization. That is a big deal because it means they put patient needs before profits. They have been Medicare certified since December 18, 1984. That is nearly four decades of service to the community. When a provider has been around this long, it shows they have deep roots in the local area. Families should know that non-profit status often means any extra funds go right back into patient care. You want a team that is stable and committed to the long haul. That is exactly what you get with a long-standing organization like this one. They have built their reputation over many years of serving neighbors in Kenosha County.
Top Quality Care
Understanding Hospice Care in PLEASANT PRAIRIE
Finding the right care in Pleasant Prairie means looking at how a team fits into your daily life. The thing is, hospice is not just about medical care. It is about the whole person and their family too. Most people assume hospice only happens in a hospital, but that is rarely true. Most care happens right in your own home. This keeps the environment familiar and calm for everyone involved. The team from Hospice Alliance can visit you where you live. They coordinate with your doctors to make sure the plan of care is clear. And they are always just a phone call away if symptoms change unexpectedly.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have the right to ask hard questions. Start by asking how quickly they can arrive if there is an emergency at night or on the weekend. You also want to know how they handle pain management for complex symptoms. Ask if they have staff who can visit on weekends and holidays. It is also good to ask how they support family members who are grieving. Do they offer counseling or support groups? A good provider will be happy to answer these questions honestly. They should make you feel heard and respected from the very first conversation. Take your time to find the right fit for your family.
Preserving Your Family Story
This time of life is about more than just medical needs. It is a chance to gather stories and celebrate the life of your loved one. We can help you record those precious memories for future generations to cherish.
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