COMPASSUS WAUSAU
Provider Information
- Address
- 1840 POST ROAD SUITE 5
PLOVER, WI 54467 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 1, 1991
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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) | 12 |
22
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 WAUSAU 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 WAUSAU compares to hospices nationwide.
16.1 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 83rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
54
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 day16.1 min
Ranks better than about 83% 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 weekends11.5%
Ranks better than about 78% 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 life95.7%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 visits56.6%
Ranks better than about 44% 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 care7.1%
Ranks better than about 44% 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%
Ranks better than about 66% 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 hospice1.2%
Ranks better than about 48% 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$9,570 · 9th 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 82.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- 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 life82.6%
- All care steps completed100%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer26%
- Dementia15%
- Heart and circulatory disease19%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Stroke7%
- Other conditions25%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Compassus Wausau in Plover
Compassus Wausau serves families in Plover, Wisconsin, and the surrounding Portage County area. They provide end-of-life care focused on comfort, dignity, and support for the entire family unit. This team works hard to manage symptoms so that patients can spend their time in a peaceful way. Whether at home or in a facility, their goal is to improve the quality of each remaining day. The staff at this location offers medical, emotional, and spiritual help for those facing a life-limiting illness. Choosing the right partner for this journey is a big decision. Compassus is a well-known provider that has been serving patients for a long time. They aim to make sure families feel supported during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. It is all about giving people the chance to focus on what matters most, which is being together.
About Compassus Wausau
Compassus Wausau operates as a for-profit hospice provider. They have been Medicare certified since March 1, 1991. That is over three decades of experience in the hospice field. That is a big deal. Medicare certification is a standard that shows they meet federal rules for care quality and safety. When you look for a provider, checking their history is a smart first step. You want a team that knows how to handle complex medical needs while also being kind. Families should know that being for-profit does not change the core mission of hospice, which is to provide care for those who need it most. They follow the same rules as non-profit groups to keep their Medicare standing. The team in Plover is ready to answer your questions about their specific services. They can explain how their care plan works for your loved one's unique health situation.
Understanding Hospice Care in Plover
Hospice care in Wisconsin is designed to meet you where you are. In Plover and the larger Portage County area, you have choices for how to receive this support. Most people choose to stay in their own homes, but hospice can also come to you if you are in a nursing home or assisted living center. The thing is, hospice is not just about the final days. It is a service that can help for months if a doctor says the time is right. The team includes nurses, doctors, aides, and social workers. They all work as one group to keep the patient comfortable. Some people worry that hospice means giving up. But it is actually about choosing to focus on comfort instead of cures. It is a way to get extra help so that you can focus on being a family member again rather than a caregiver.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Finding the right fit is important. You should feel comfortable with the people who will enter your home. Start by asking these questions to get a clear picture of how they operate. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night or on the weekend. You need to know that help is available 24/7. Second, ask how they handle pain and other symptoms that might cause distress. You want to hear about their specific plan for keeping your loved one calm. Third, ask how they support the family after the patient passes away. Grief support is a huge part of the hospice mission. Finally, ask if they have experience with your loved one's specific diagnosis. Every illness is different. A good provider will be honest about what they can do to help you and your family thrive during this time.
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