AREA AGENCY ON AGING OF WESTERN ARKANSAS, INC.
Provider Information
- Address
- 333 SOUTH 1ST STREET
PARIS, AR 72855 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- November 23, 1988
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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) | 3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Physicians | 0 |
16
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 AREA AGENCY ON AGING OF WESTERN ARKANSAS, 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
- 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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how AREA AGENCY ON AGING OF WESTERN ARKANSAS, INC. compares to hospices nationwide.
7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 5th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
5
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 day7 min
Ranks better than about 5% 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 weekends7.4%
Ranks better than about 44% 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 life83.3%
Ranks better than about 18% 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 visits100%
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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 care20%
Ranks better than about 7% 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)67th 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$14,159 · 29th 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 5 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 40% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Breathing difficulty screening92%
- Treatment preferences discussed88%
- Beliefs and values discussed72%
- All care steps completed40%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice Care in Paris, Arkansas
The Area Agency on Aging of Western Arkansas, Inc. provides hospice services to families in Paris, Arkansas. They focus on comfort and support for patients during their final stages of life. Their team works in Logan County to help meet the needs of those facing serious health challenges. Families in this area rely on their local presence for compassionate care when it matters most. They aim to improve the quality of life for every patient they serve. This provider is committed to delivering professional care in a familiar home setting. If you are looking for local end-of-life support, they offer a resource for the Paris community. Their goal is to ensure patients remain comfortable and surrounded by loved ones. They are a dedicated team serving the people of Western Arkansas with kindness and respect.
About AREA AGENCY ON AGING OF WESTERN ARKANSAS, INC.
This provider operates as a for-profit organization in Paris. They have been certified by Medicare since November 23, 1988. This long history shows their dedication to meeting federal standards for hospice care. Families should know that being Medicare certified means they follow strict rules for patient safety. These rules ensure that all hospice agencies provide a certain level of care. Choosing a long-standing provider can offer peace of mind during a difficult time. They are located at 333 South 1st Street in Logan County. Their team is ready to answer questions about how they support patients and their families. You can reach them directly at (479) 943-6868 to learn more about their specific services. Knowing their history and status helps families make an informed choice for their loved ones.
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