ARIZONA LIFE HOSPICE – YAVAPAI
Provider Information
- Address
- 3177 CLEARWATER DRIVE, SUITE B
PRESCOTT, AZ 86305 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- January 26, 2021
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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) | 14 |
33
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 ARIZONA LIFE HOSPICE – YAVAPAI 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ARIZONA LIFE HOSPICE – YAVAPAI compares to hospices nationwide.
10.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 34th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
98
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 day10.8 min
Ranks better than about 34% 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 weekends3.4%
Ranks better than about 5% 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 life97.2%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 visits34.9%
Ranks better than about 73% 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 care13.2%
Ranks better than about 13% 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 months33.8%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 care7.4%
Ranks better than about 48% 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 hospice2.9%
Ranks better than about 26% 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$18,051 · 51st 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 78.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening91.6%
- Pain assessment96.6%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.4%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.7%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.4%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life78.8%
- All care steps completed89%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer23%
- Dementia16%
- Heart and circulatory disease31%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Stroke7%
- Other conditions15%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Arizona Life Hospice – Yavapai
Arizona Life Hospice – Yavapai serves families in Prescott, Arizona. This provider offers end-of-life care services for patients in their homes or residential settings. They earned accreditation from CHAP, which proves they meet high standards for safety and care. You can reach them at 3177 Clearwater Drive, Suite B. They work hard to support your loved ones during this time. The team focuses on comfort and care. Their office is easy to find in the Prescott area. Choosing a local provider often helps families stay connected to their community. They have been Medicare certified since early 2021. That provides a clear track record for those seeking care options. Their staff works with families to manage pain and provide emotional support daily. It is good to know they follow strict national guidelines for all their daily operations.
About Arizona Life Hospice – Yavapai
This is a for-profit hospice provider. They have maintained Medicare certification since January 2021. They carry accreditation from CHAP. This group reviews hospice agencies to ensure they follow federal safety rules. CHAP looks at how agencies provide care to patients every day. This third-party review matters because it holds the agency to a high bar. You want to see that an outside group has checked their work. They have a team of 33 employees to help your family. This includes 14 registered nurses who handle clinical needs. These nurses are trained to manage symptoms and support your loved ones. Having many nurses on staff is a positive sign for any hospice agency. You should feel comfortable asking about how they assign staff to your home. They aim to provide quality care for all their patients in Yavapai County. This structure helps them focus on patient comfort and clear communication.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Prescott?
Hospice care in Prescott focuses on comfort rather than a cure. The team comes to your home to help with daily care needs. They manage pain and provide emotional support for the whole family. This provider employs 14 registered nurses to handle the medical side of care. They also have other staff members to round out the team of 33 total employees. The goal is to keep your loved one comfortable in their own space. Most families prefer this over a hospital stay. You will have a plan made just for your loved one. The nurses visit regularly to check on symptoms and adjust care as needed. It helps to have professionals rattle through those hard medical decisions with you. They also provide help for the family members who take on the role of caregiver. This support keeps the home environment peaceful and steady for everyone involved in the process.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Finding the right fit takes a little time and specific questions. You should call and ask these things to get a better sense of their process. First, ask how many nurses they have available for after-hours calls. You need to know who answers the phone at night or on weekends. Second, ask how they handle pain management and symptom control for complex cases. Third, ask what specific support they offer to family members who are grieving. Finally, ask if their staff can come to your home within a certain time frame for urgent needs. These answers will tell you a lot about their daily habits and care style. Do not be afraid to rattled off these questions. It is your right to know exactly who will be caring for your loved one. A good provider will be happy to answer every single one of these points clearly.
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