hospice in Algona, IA

Hospice of the Heartland

1515 South Phillips, Algona, IA 50511 · (515) 295-4430

Not rated
Not rated
CMS family caregiver survey star rating

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Hospice of the Heartland at a glance

Hospice of the Heartland is a government hospice in Algona, Iowa (Kossuth County).

CMS has not published a family caregiver survey star rating for this hospice, usually because it has too little recent data.

It cares for about 6 patients on an average day.

Facility details

Type
Hospice
Ownership
Government
Medicare-certified since
February 15, 1990
County
Kossuth County
CMS Certification Number
161515

Quality of care

This facility97.6%Iowa average95.7%U.S. average92.5%
Patients who got all recommended care at admission: this facility vs. Iowa and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIowa avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Patients who got all recommended care at admission (higher is better)97.6%95.7%92.5%Better
Visits from staff in the last days of life (higher is better)82.6%73.7%56.3%Better
Hospice Care Index (0–10) (higher is better)109.68.9Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityIowa avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Average patients per day65667

Where this hospice provides care

At home37%Assisted living17%Skilled nursing facility0%Other0%Nursing facility45%Inpatient hospice0%Inpatient hospital1%
Share of care days by setting (CMS hospice claims data)

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  1. Hospice of Palo Alto County

    3201 First Street, Emmetsburg, IA 50536 · 24.2 mi

    Government

    Not rated
  2. Avera at Home

    826 North Eighth Street, Estherville, IA 51334 · 37.2 mi

    Non-profit

    Not rated
  3. United Hospital District INC

    125 South Main Street, Blue Earth, MN 56013 · 38.1 mi

    Non-profit

    ★★★★★5Much above average

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Frequently asked questions

What is Hospice of the Heartland's rating?

CMS has not published a star rating for Hospice of the Heartland. This usually means there is not enough recent data.

Where is Hospice of the Heartland and how do I contact it?

Hospice of the Heartland is at 1515 South Phillips, Algona, IA 50511. Phone: (515) 295-4430.

About this data

Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.