CANYON HOME CARE & HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 8055 E TUFTS AVE
DENVER, CO 80237 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- January 30, 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) | 4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 0 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
11
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 CANYON HOME CARE & 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
- Supplied directly by this hospice
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 CANYON HOME CARE & 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.
28
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 weekends9.9%
Ranks better than about 69% 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 life99.1%
Ranks better than about 91% 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 visits27.2%
Ranks better than about 82% 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 care11.5%
Ranks better than about 19% 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 months17.3%
Ranks better than about 90% 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 care7.7%
Ranks better than about 47% 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 hospice1.9%
Ranks better than about 39% 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$12,793 · 22nd 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 87.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.4%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.4%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.4%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life87.8%
- All care steps completed98.2%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer28%
- Dementia20%
- Heart and circulatory disease12%
- Lung and respiratory disease9%
- Other conditions33%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Canyon Home Care & Hospice
Canyon Home Care & Hospice serves families across the Denver, Colorado area. They provide compassionate end-of-life care focused on comfort and dignity. Their team works to meet the physical and emotional needs of every person in their care. This provider operates from their office on East Tufts Avenue in the 80237 area. Choosing the right hospice team is a deeply personal decision for any family. You need partners who listen well and act with kindness every single day. That is exactly what this team aims to deliver to the Denver community.
About Canyon Home Care & Hospice
Canyon Home Care & Hospice is a for-profit provider that has served the region since early 2019. Being Medicare certified means they meet strict federal standards for patient care. It is a big deal to find a team that stays consistent. They have built their reputation on following these rules while helping local families. You might wonder what for-profit status means for your loved one. It simply describes their business structure rather than the quality of care they provide. The most important thing is how they treat their patients. Their history shows a commitment to the Denver area that has grown over the last five years. They focus on making sure your loved one feels safe and heard during a very difficult time. It is about human connection above all else.
Exceptional Quality Ratings
Understanding Hospice Care in Denver
Hospice is about living well for as long as possible. It is not about giving up. Instead, it is a shift toward comfort when a cure is no longer the main goal. In Denver, you have access to many talented hospice teams. But finding the right fit requires looking at more than just a name on a list. You should focus on how a team communicates with your family. Do they answer your questions clearly? Are they available when you need them at night or on weekends? The best providers in Colorado treat your family like their own. They bring equipment and medicine to your home so your loved one can stay in a familiar place. This keeps the environment calm and reduces stress for everyone involved. It is a specialized form of support that focuses on the whole person.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel confident before you sign any paperwork. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if there is a sudden emergency. You need to know that help is just a phone call away. Ask how they manage pain and other symptoms, too. A good team has a clear plan for keeping your loved one comfortable around the clock. You should also ask how they support family members during the grieving process. Most quality providers offer help for months after a loss occurs. And do not be afraid to ask about their experience with your specific health needs. Being direct helps you find the right support system. Remember, you are the expert on what your family needs right now. Trust your gut when you talk to them.
Keep Your Family Stories Alive
During this time, the memories and life stories of your loved ones matter more than ever. We can help you record and preserve those precious moments for future generations.
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