AVIANT HOSPICE PHOENIX
Provider Information
- Address
- 1400 NORTH GILBERT ROAD, SUITE H
GILBERT, AZ 85234 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 20, 2010
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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) | 2 |
| Physicians | 0 |
6
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 AVIANT HOSPICE PHOENIX 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
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- 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 AVIANT HOSPICE PHOENIX compares to hospices nationwide.
12 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 47th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
40
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 day12 min
Ranks better than about 47% 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 weekends5.9%
Ranks better than about 25% 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 life98.2%
Ranks better than about 87% 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 visits54.8%
Ranks better than about 47% 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 care4.9%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 months48.1%
Ranks better than about 21% 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 care6.2%
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 hospice2.5%
Ranks better than about 31% 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$22,591 · 73rd 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 72% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening98.1%
- Breathing difficulty treatment92%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed97.2%
- Visits in the last days of life72%
- All care steps completed90.7%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer14%
- Dementia25%
- Heart and circulatory disease31%
- Lung and respiratory disease17%
- Other conditions14%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Aviant Hospice Phoenix
Aviant Hospice Phoenix serves patients in Gilbert, Arizona. This provider offers end of life care services to those with life limiting illnesses. The organization has been certified by Medicare since 2010. They hold accreditation from the Joint Commission, which is a national group that checks for high standards in healthcare settings. That represents a high level of dedication to safety and patient care. Having this stamp of approval means they meet strict rules for how they treat people. Their team works to provide comfort and support during a difficult time for families. They operate as a for profit hospice provider in Maricopa County. Choosing a provider that meets these quality benchmarks is a smart way to ensure your loved one receives good care. Their office is located on North Gilbert Road for those who need to stop by or get in touch.
Quality and Accreditation
Aviant Hospice Phoenix holds top tier marks for their performance. They earned a perfect score in the Medicare Hospice Care Index. This index looks at how well a provider manages patient care and keeps families informed. It is a clear sign that they follow best practices every day. The Joint Commission accreditation adds another layer of review to their work. This independent group visits to make sure the provider follows national safety goals. They check things like how the team handles medicine and keeps records. For a family, this means the staff is held to a high standard by outside experts. You want to see this kind of oversight. It shows the provider is willing to be measured against the best in the country. Their commitment to these high scores suggests they focus on delivering strong results for every person in their care.
High Quality Standards
What Is Hospice Care Like in Gilbert?
Hospice care in Gilbert focuses on comfort rather than a cure. It brings a team of experts to wherever you call home. This team helps manage pain and offers emotional support to the patient and their family. At this location, the staff includes two registered nurses who coordinate daily care needs. They work with a total of six employees to keep operations running smoothly. While they do not have doctors on their direct employee list, they work with local physicians to create a plan that fits the patient. The goal is to keep the patient as comfortable as possible in their own space. This allows families to focus on spending time together instead of worrying about medical tasks. The team is trained to handle symptoms and explain what to expect. That makes the final months or weeks more peaceful for everyone involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel empowered to ask questions before you sign any paperwork. Start by asking how the team handles pain management on nights and weekends. It is good to know who will answer the phone at three in the morning. Ask how often a nurse will visit your home. You should also ask how they support family members with grief or stress. Ask if they have experience with your loved one's specific illness. Find out how they include your own doctor in the care plan. It is also wise to ask about their discharge process if the patient improves. A good provider will be happy to answer these questions in plain language. They should be clear about what they can and cannot do. Take your time to get the right answers for your specific needs.
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