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Judson Hospice

2181 Ambleside Drive, Cleveland, OH 44106

Non-Profit
12 Years Certified
6 Patients/Day

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2181 Ambleside Drive
Cleveland, OH 44106

About Judson Hospice

Hospice overview and quality summary

Judson Hospice is a nonprofit hospice care provider in Cleveland, OH, serving patients and families in Cuyahoga County and the surrounding area. Medicare certified since 2014, Judson Hospice has provided 12 years of end-of-life and palliative care to the community.

Judson Hospice serves an average of 6 patients per day, covering 11 ZIP codes across its service area. 97% of care is delivered in patients' homes, consistent with the hospice philosophy of enabling comfort care in familiar surroundings.

The facility's Hospice Care Index score is 7 out of 10, a composite measure of care quality and efficiency.

When choosing hospice care in Cleveland, OH, consider quality ratings, caregiver satisfaction surveys, the hospice's experience with your loved one's condition, and the service area. Since hospice care is typically delivered in the home, the responsiveness and availability of the care team are critical factors.

At a Glance

Star RatingNot Rated
OwnershipNon-Profit
Certified Since2014
CountyCuyahoga
Avg Daily Census6 patients
Service Area11 ZIP codes
HCI Score7/10

Hospice Care Index

Composite quality score with 10 sub-measures

7/10

Overall HCI Score

National average: 8.8/10

Judson Hospice's Hospice Care Index (HCI) score is 7 out of 10, below the national average of 8.8. The HCI evaluates hospices on nursing visit continuity, care transitions, spending efficiency, and presence in the final days.

45.5% of Judson Hospice's patients received visits from the hospice team in their final days of life, consistent with the national average of 47.9%. Presence during the final days reflects the hospice's commitment to supporting families when it matters most.

Visits Near Death

Patients with visits in last 3 days of life

89.5%

Natl: 89.5%

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Nurse Care Minutes

Average nurse care minutes per routine home care day

7.3

Natl: 13.4

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Weekend Nursing

Percentage of skilled nursing minutes on weekends

5.5%

Natl: 9.2%

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Gaps in Nursing Visits

Stays with gaps in skilled nursing visits

93.3%

Natl: 55.4%

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Early Live Discharges

Patients discharged alive within 3 days

0%

Natl: 7.2%

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Late Live Discharges

Patients discharged alive after enrollment

63.6%

Natl: 40%

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Burdensome Transitions (Type 1)

Hospice-to-acute-care transitions near death

0%

Natl: 8%

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Burdensome Transitions (Type 2)

Acute care admissions near death

0%

Natl: 2.3%

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CHC/GIP Days

Continuous home care & general inpatient days as share of total

0.5%

Natl: 0.6%

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Per-Beneficiary Spending

Average Medicare spending per hospice beneficiary

$14,877

Natl: $16,971

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Patient Population

Primary diagnoses of hospice patients

Judson Hospice's patient population is primarily composed of individuals with dementia (48%). Dementia care requires specialized communication techniques and behavioral support, which experienced hospice teams are trained to provide.

Dementia48%

Care Settings

Where hospice care is delivered

Judson Hospice delivers 97% of its care in patients' homes, with 3% in skilled nursing settings. The high proportion of home-based care aligns with the hospice philosophy of enabling patients to receive comfort care in familiar surroundings with family nearby. The hospice serves an average of 6 patients per day.

Patient's Home

97%

Skilled Nursing

3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Judson Hospice

What is the CMS rating for Judson Hospice?

Judson Hospice does not currently have a CMS star rating available. Approximately 69% of hospice providers lack sufficient survey data for a star rating.

What conditions does Judson Hospice primarily treat?

Judson Hospice's patient population includes dementia (48%). This reflects the hospice's experience managing these conditions.

Where does Judson Hospice provide care?

Judson Hospice provides care in patient's home (97%), skilled nursing (3%).

How large is Judson Hospice?

Judson Hospice serves an average of 6 patients per day and covers 11 ZIP codes in its service area.

How many doctors are affiliated with Judson Hospice?

Affiliated physician data is not currently available for Judson Hospice.

Data source: CMS Hospice Compare · CAHPS Hospice Survey ·