OAK CREEK HOSPICE, LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 9580 OAK AVENUE PARKWAY SUITE #15
FOLSOM, CA 95630 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 25, 2019
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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) | 2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 2 |
8
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 OAK CREEK HOSPICE, LLC 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
- General inpatient care (for pain or symptoms that cannot be managed elsewhere)
- 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 OAK CREEK HOSPICE, LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
13 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 59th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
7
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 min
Ranks better than about 59% 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 weekends5.1%
Ranks better than about 16% 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 life76.5%
Ranks better than about 11% 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 visits48%
Ranks better than about 56% 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 care44.4%
Ranks better than about 1% 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 months38.9%
Ranks better than about 44% 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 hospice5.6%
Ranks better than about 9% 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$22,761 · 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 6 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 34.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life34.6%
- All care steps completed91.7%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia48%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Oak Creek Hospice, LLC
Oak Creek Hospice, LLC provides care for families in Folsom, California. This facility operates as a freestanding hospice provider serving the Sacramento area. They have held Medicare certification since June 2019 to help support patients near the end of life. Accreditation from the Joint Commission shows their commitment to meeting high standards for safety and quality. Their team works to provide comfort during a difficult time for your loved ones.
About OAK CREEK HOSPICE, LLC
This provider operates as a for-profit organization. They earned their Medicare certification in 2019. Being accredited by the Joint Commission is a big step for any health provider. This group reviews hospice agencies to ensure they follow strict rules for patient safety. It means an outside team checked their work. That is a clear sign of professional accountability. Families should know that this accreditation process requires agencies to prove they meet specific quality goals. The agency maintains a small staff to focus on individual patient needs. Their team includes two registered nurses, one licensed practical nurse, and one physician. They also work with two volunteers to support the patient and family. You can feel better knowing they meet these outside standards for their care delivery.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in FOLSOM?
Hospice care in Folsom centers on comfort and dignity for the patient. You get a team of experts who visit the patient wherever they call home. This team manages pain and symptoms while providing emotional support for the whole family. The staff at Oak Creek Hospice includes eight members who share these duties. With a physician, two registered nurses, and one practical nurse on staff, they have the medical skill to handle complex health needs. Volunteers also provide extra time and companionship. They help with errands or just sit with a patient so the primary caregiver can take a short break. The goal is to keep the patient in a familiar setting. This approach lets families spend their energy on being together rather than on travel or hospital visits.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking the right hospice agency requires asking a few simple questions. First, ask how quickly a nurse can reach your home if an urgent problem happens at night or on a weekend. You should also ask how the team will help manage specific pain or breathing issues for your loved one. Ask them how often the nurse will visit and what happens if your needs change over time. It is also good to ask how they support the family with grief and emotional tasks. Do not be afraid to ask for details about their staff and their experience. A good provider will answer these questions with patience and care. They want you to feel confident in your choice. Take your time to get the answers you need before you decide on a plan for your family.
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