ANGELS TOUCH HOSPICE CARE INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 1940 E THUNDERBIRD RD STE 101
PHOENIX, AZ 85022 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- January 27, 2022
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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) | 1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
1
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 ANGELS TOUCH HOSPICE CARE INC 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ANGELS TOUCH HOSPICE CARE INC compares to hospices nationwide.
4.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 2nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
10
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
Medicare reports this hospice billed for routine home care only. Hospices can also provide continuous home care, inpatient care, and respite care when symptoms are harder to manage. There can be good reasons for this. Ask the provider how they handle a crisis at home.
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 day4.6 min
Ranks better than about 2% 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 weekends20.2%
Ranks better than about 95% 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 life81.3%
Ranks better than about 15% 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 visits97.3%
Ranks better than about 1% 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 care3.1%
Ranks better than about 72% 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 months40%
Ranks better than about 40% 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 care1.5%
Ranks better than about 79% 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)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$25,038 · 82nd 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.
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia31%
- Heart and circulatory disease49%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Angels Touch Hospice Care Inc
Angels Touch Hospice Care Inc serves families in Phoenix, Arizona. This provider offers end of life support for people in Maricopa County. They have been certified by Medicare since early 2022 to provide these services. The agency holds accreditation from CHAP, which is the Community Health Accreditation Partner. This group checks that hospice agencies meet high standards for safety and patient care. It is a sign they follow strict rules for your comfort.
Understanding This Provider
This is a for profit hospice agency. It operates as a freestanding hospice in the Phoenix area. Being accredited by CHAP means they invite outside experts to review their work regularly. These experts look at how the team manages pain and supports families during hard times. You should know that accreditation is voluntary. It shows the agency wants to prove their quality to the public. They employ a small team to handle patient needs. Having a smaller staff can often mean more personal attention for each person in their care. Every family deserves clear facts about who will be visiting their loved one at home. You can ask them directly how they manage their daily care schedule.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Phoenix?
Hospice care in Phoenix focuses on comfort and quality of life. The team comes to your home or a facility to help manage symptoms. This specific agency currently reports having one registered nurse on staff. They do not have volunteers or licensed practical nurses listed in their current data. This means your care will be handled by their core clinical team members. Hospice is a team effort. The nurse will work with your doctor to plan care. They will also talk with your family about what to expect next. You can always ask how they coordinate care when your main nurse is off duty. That is a standard part of the process.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right care is a big decision for any family. Start by asking how the team handles pain at night or on weekends. You need to know who answers the phone when you call at three in the morning. Ask how often a nurse will visit your home. It helps to know if they provide extra support for family members too. You might ask how they handle changes in your loved one's needs over time. Always ask for a clear list of what services are covered by insurance. Getting these answers early helps you feel ready for the days ahead. Clear talk prevents stress later on.
Keep Your Family Stories Alive
Your loved one has a lifetime of memories to share. Recording these stories now can bring comfort to your family for years to come.
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