AEGIS HOSPICE, INC.
Provider Information
- Address
- 7227 E BASELINE ROAD SUITE 129
MESA, AZ 85209 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- February 6, 2013
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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 August 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) | 32 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 8 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 17 |
87
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 AEGIS HOSPICE, INC. reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Provided directly by this hospice
- 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 AEGIS HOSPICE, INC. compares to hospices nationwide.
13.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 62nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
227
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 day13.4 min
Ranks better than about 62% 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 weekends6.9%
Ranks better than about 37% 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 life96.7%
Ranks better than about 76% 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 visits14.6%
Ranks better than about 93% 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 care2.8%
Ranks better than about 74% 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 months50.8%
Ranks better than about 16% 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 care4.7%
Ranks better than about 63% 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 hospice0%
Ranks better than about 55% 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$21,050 · 66th 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 60.5% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.7%
- Pain assessment99.5%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.6%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.7%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids98.5%
- Visits in the last days of life60.5%
- All care steps completed97.3%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer8%
- Dementia34%
- Heart and circulatory disease30%
- Lung and respiratory disease5%
- Stroke12%
- Other conditions13%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
AEGIS HOSPICE, INC.
AEGIS HOSPICE, INC. provides hospice care for families in Mesa, Arizona. They operate as a freestanding hospice provider from their office on East Baseline Road. The organization has served the community since early 2013. They hold accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group reviews hospice agencies to ensure they follow strict safety rules. Accreditation shows that a provider meets high standards for how they manage patient care and agency operations. It is one way to check if a hospice meets your needs. The team here includes eighty-seven total employees. This group works together to support patients in the Maricopa County area. Their care model focuses on comfort and relief for families facing difficult health changes. They have been a fixture in the local medical community for over a decade now.
About AEGIS HOSPICE, INC.
This agency operates as a for-profit provider. They have maintained their Medicare certification for over eleven years. Being Medicare certified means they meet federal requirements for care and safety. The agency also carries accreditation through the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This is a private group that checks agencies against specific quality measures. They look at how staff communicate and how they manage medications. This process helps ensure that families get consistent support during their time of need. The agency is staffed by thirty-two registered nurses and eight licensed practical nurses. They also employ two physicians and work with seventeen volunteers. These team members bring different skills to the table. Their combined background helps them manage symptoms for patients at home or in other settings. You can look up their official government performance scores to see how they compare to other local providers.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in MESA?
Hospice care in Mesa focuses on comfort for the whole family. Local agencies provide care wherever a patient calls home. This might be a house or an assisted living facility. The care team creates a plan based on the unique needs of the patient. They manage pain and other symptoms to improve daily life. Nurses often lead the care team. They visit to check on the patient and talk with family caregivers. Social workers and volunteers provide extra support when it is needed most. The staff here includes thirty-two registered nurses and eight licensed practical nurses. They also have two physicians on the team. These professionals work to keep the patient as comfortable as possible. They focus on quality of life rather than curing an illness. Families can expect regular visits and a number they can call for help at any hour of the day.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice team is a big decision for your family. You should feel comfortable with the people who will be in your home. Start by asking how the team manages pain and if they have a doctor on call. You might also ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens. Ask about the role of volunteers and how they help the family. It is also wise to ask how they support family caregivers who provide daily help. Find out how they handle communication when you have questions. Ask if they have experience with the specific health condition your loved one has. You deserve clear answers to all these questions. Take your time to talk with the staff and see if their approach matches your needs. Good providers want you to feel informed and at ease with the care plan.
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