COMPASSUS MILWAUKEE
Provider Information
- Address
- 2124 KOHLER MEMORIAL DR SUITE 200A
SHEBOYGAN, WI 53081 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 10, 2006
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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) | 15 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 86 |
48
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 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 2015.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how COMPASSUS MILWAUKEE compares to hospices nationwide.
18.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 91st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
33
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 day18.3 min
Ranks better than about 91% 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%
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 life96.9%
Ranks better than about 78% 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 visits46.4%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 care14.3%
Ranks better than about 10% 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 months32.7%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 care6.1%
Ranks better than about 56% 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%
Ranks better than about 37% 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$14,179 · 29th 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 treatment93.5%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life82.6%
- All care steps completed97.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer22%
- Dementia23%
- Heart and circulatory disease21%
- Lung and respiratory disease8%
- Stroke8%
- Other conditions19%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Compassus Milwaukee
Compassus Milwaukee serves families in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, from their office on Kohler Memorial Drive. This freestanding hospice provider offers care focused on comfort and symptom management. They have been certified by Medicare since 2006. The team holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This third party group checks that the hospice meets strict standards for safety and care. They have a large network of 86 volunteers ready to help. Having this many volunteers shows a strong commitment to supporting families beyond just medical tasks. It is a local resource for those needing end of life support.
Provider Background
This provider operates as a for-profit organization. They have maintained their Medicare certification for nearly two decades. Accreditation matters because it proves a provider goes through extra steps to show they follow high safety rules. The Accreditation Commission for Health Care looks at everything from how nurses give medicine to how the team keeps patient records. This helps ensure that the care you get is consistent and safe. Families should know that this provider employs 15 registered nurses and 2 licensed practical nurses. They also have 2 doctors on staff. Having this specific mix of health workers helps the team manage pain and comfort needs well. It is a team effort. You can ask their office how they coordinate this care with your primary doctor.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Sheboygan?
Hospice care in Sheboygan focuses on helping patients live their final months with dignity. The goal is to keep people comfortable in their own homes or local care facilities. You get a team of experts who visit regularly to monitor health and provide emotional support. This team usually includes nurses, doctors, and volunteers. Compassus Milwaukee has a staff of 48 people who work together to meet these needs. They help with pain relief and daily tasks that become hard to manage alone. The focus remains on the quality of time spent with loved ones. If you have questions about how a nurse visits your home, just ask them. They can explain the local schedule and how they respond to emergencies at night or on weekends. It is about keeping you safe.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right hospice team is a big step. You should feel comfortable with the people entering your home. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can arrive if a sudden problem occurs. Ask about their experience with your specific health condition. It helps to know how they handle medications and if they provide help for family caregivers. You might also ask how often volunteers visit to sit with the patient. These simple questions help you understand the level of support you will receive. Do not feel rushed during your talk with them. A good provider will be happy to answer everything clearly. They should make you feel heard and respected throughout the entire conversation.
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