TRADITIONS HEALTH
Provider Information
- Address
- 5355 WEST CHANDLER BOULEVARD
CHANDLER, AZ 85226 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- July 7, 2011
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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) | 7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
25
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 TRADITIONS HEALTH 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how TRADITIONS HEALTH compares to hospices nationwide.
11.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 43rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
43
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 day11.7 min
Ranks better than about 43% 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 weekends6.5%
Ranks better than about 32% 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 life90.8%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 visits58.9%
Ranks better than about 41% 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 care9.1%
Ranks better than about 32% 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 months43.2%
Ranks better than about 32% 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 care6.8%
Ranks better than about 52% 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 hospice2.3%
Ranks better than about 33% 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$23,980 · 78th 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 8 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 61.5% 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%
- Visits in the last days of life61.5%
- 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.
- Cancer21%
- Dementia25%
- Heart and circulatory disease23%
- Lung and respiratory disease11%
- Stroke10%
- Other conditions12%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Supportive Care at Traditions Health
Traditions Health provides compassionate hospice services for families in Chandler, Arizona. Located at 5355 West Chandler Boulevard, this provider focuses on comfort and dignity during the final stages of life. They serve the surrounding Maricopa County area with a dedicated team of professionals. The goal is simple. They want to help patients stay comfortable at home or in a place they choose. It is about making every day count. Whether you need symptom management or emotional support, they have the resources to help. Choosing the right hospice is a big decision for your family. You deserve a team that listens and truly cares. Traditions Health works hard to meet those needs every single day. That is the core of their mission in the local community.
About Traditions Health
Traditions Health operates as a non-profit organization. This structure often means the focus stays firmly on patient care rather than profit margins. They have been Medicare certified since July 7, 2011. That is over a decade of experience serving the Chandler area. Longevity like this matters when you are picking a partner for end-of-life care. It shows they have built a system that works. Families should know that non-profit hospice providers must follow strict federal rules. These rules ensure high standards for care and ethics. Traditions Health carries this responsibility with a clear commitment to their patients. You can feel confident knowing they have been under the Medicare microscope for a long time. They are not new to this work. And they understand the local landscape of care in Arizona quite well. It helps to have a steady hand during such a difficult time.
Top-Tier Quality Care
Understanding Hospice Care in Chandler
Hospice is not about giving up. It is about choosing a different kind of care. In Chandler, hospice teams help manage pain and offer emotional support. Most people think hospice only happens in a hospital. That is not true. Most care actually happens wherever the patient calls home. This could be a private house, an assisted living facility, or a nursing home. The team visits regularly to check on the patient. They also provide equipment and supplies to make life easier. And they offer support for family members, too. Dealing with grief is hard work. You do not have to do it alone. Hospice teams provide counselors and volunteers to help you process everything. It is a full circle of support. The main point is to keep the patient safe and comfortable. That is the real value of hospice services here in Maricopa County.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel empowered to ask tough questions. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home in an emergency. Speed matters when someone is in pain. Next, ask about the specific support available for family caregivers. Will you have access to a social worker or a chaplain? It is vital to know who will be on your team. Also, ask about their experience with the specific illness your loved one has. Some providers are better at certain types of care. Finally, ask what happens if the patient needs care in a hospital for a short time. Do they have a partner facility nearby? The goal is to get clear, honest answers. Do not feel rushed. Take your time to find the right fit for your family. You are the expert on what your loved one needs.
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