ENHABIT HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 1635 NORTH GREENFIELD ROAD, SUITE 126
MESA, AZ 85205 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- July 15, 2014
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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) | 5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Physicians | 4 |
| Volunteers | 2 |
23
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 ENHABIT HOSPICE 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 ENHABIT HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
14.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 74th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
34
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 day14.8 min
Ranks better than about 74% 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 weekends6.3%
Ranks better than about 30% 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 life93.8%
Ranks better than about 52% 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 visits37.3%
Ranks better than about 70% 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 care2.1%
Ranks better than about 78% 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 months39.6%
Ranks better than about 42% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 hospice4.2%
Ranks better than about 15% 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$22,698 · 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 63.2% 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 discussed98.7%
- Visits in the last days of life63.2%
- All care steps completed98.7%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer17%
- Dementia18%
- Heart and circulatory disease28%
- Lung and respiratory disease16%
- Other conditions21%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Enhabit Hospice in Mesa
Enhabit Hospice provides comfort-focused care for families throughout Mesa, Arizona. Located at 1635 North Greenfield Road, this team works to support patients facing serious illness. They focus on dignity and pain management. The goal is simple: to make every day count for those they serve. Families in the Maricopa County area often look for local experts who understand the rhythm of our community. That is exactly what this team offers. They help manage symptoms so loved ones can spend more time connecting with each other. It is not just about medicine. It is about human connection. When you choose a local partner, you get a team that knows the area well. That matters when you need help fast. This provider has been serving the region since 2014. They offer a steady hand during a very difficult time in life.
About Enhabit Hospice
Enhabit Hospice operates as a for-profit provider. They have been Medicare certified since July 15, 2014. That is a decade of service to the Mesa community. What does for-profit mean for your family? It often means they follow strict business standards to stay efficient and responsive. But the real thing to watch is their commitment to quality care. They have earned a 4.5 out of 5-star rating from CMS. That is a high mark. It shows they meet specific national standards for hospice care. You should know that all Medicare-certified hospices must offer certain core services. This includes nursing, medical supplies, and grief support. But each agency has its own culture and team style. You should always meet with the staff. Ask how they handle weekend care or sudden crises. Their long history in Mesa suggests they have deep roots here. They know how to navigate the local health system.
Understanding Hospice Care in Mesa
Finding the right care in a city as large as Mesa can feel like a chore. The good news is that Maricopa County has many resources for families. Hospice is not a place you go to die. It is a service that comes to you. Most care happens right in your own home. That is a huge relief for many people. You do not have to move your loved one to a facility unless they need 24-hour inpatient care. The thing is, hospice is about living as well as possible. It focuses on the whole person. This includes their physical pain, their emotional state, and their spiritual needs. In Mesa, you have access to teams that include doctors, nurses, and social workers. They work together. They make sure you are not doing this alone. It is a team sport. And you are the most important member of that team.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have choices. Do not be afraid to interview a few different agencies. Start by asking how quickly they can get a nurse to your home in an emergency. This is vital. You also need to know who will be on call at night. Will it be a nurse you know, or a stranger? That makes a difference. Ask them what their specific plan is for pain management. You want a team that is proactive, not reactive. Another smart question: How do they support the family after a loss? Grief is hard. You want a team that stays with you even after your loved one passes. Does the agency offer volunteer help for errands or sitting with the patient? These small things add up to big support. Trust your gut feeling when you talk to them. If they seem rushed, keep looking. You deserve someone who slows down to listen to you.
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