CHOICE HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 6041 S SYRACUSE WAY
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO 80111 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- February 5, 2020
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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 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
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 CHOICE 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
- 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how CHOICE HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
9.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 20th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
212
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 day9.5 min
Ranks better than about 20% 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 weekends8.9%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 life90.3%
Ranks better than about 32% 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 visits69.4%
Ranks better than about 27% 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 care11.8%
Ranks better than about 18% 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 months36.4%
Ranks better than about 51% 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 care9.1%
Ranks better than about 40% 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 hospice0.5%
Ranks better than about 54% 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$19,857 · 60th 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 65.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening98.7%
- Pain assessment95.2%
- Breathing difficulty screening97.5%
- Breathing difficulty treatment96.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed98.8%
- Beliefs and values discussed89.2%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids92.7%
- Visits in the last days of life65.7%
- All care steps completed82.4%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer8%
- Dementia56%
- Heart and circulatory disease7%
- Lung and respiratory disease9%
- Stroke4%
- Other conditions17%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About CHOICE HOSPICE
CHOICE HOSPICE serves patients in Greenwood Village, Colorado. They provide end of life care to families in their homes and other settings. The team has been Medicare certified since early 2020. They hold accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This means they meet high standards for safety and care. It shows they work hard to keep their promise to you. Choosing a hospice is a big decision for your family. You want a team that listens to your needs. This provider offers care focused on comfort and quality of life. They are a for-profit group based in Arapahoe County. Their goal is to help patients live each day well. You can reach their office at (720) 750-8397 to ask questions. They work to support you during a very hard time. That is what matters most.
Details on CHOICE HOSPICE
CHOICE HOSPICE is a freestanding hospice provider. They operate as a for-profit business. Their accreditation from the ACHC is a good sign. It means an outside group checked their work. They looked at how the team manages patient care. They also checked how they keep records and handle medicine. This adds an extra layer of trust for your family. The team is small with eight employees total. This includes two registered nurses who lead the clinical care. They do not have volunteers on staff right now. You should know that Medicare gives them a 3.5 star rating overall. They earned a perfect 5 stars for quality of care. That is a big deal. However, their patient satisfaction score is 2 stars. This score comes from surveys filled out by families. It is wise to talk with them about these scores. Ask them how they plan to improve the patient experience.
Quality Snapshot
Understanding Hospice Care in Greenwood Village
Hospice care is about helping you stay comfortable at home. In Greenwood Village, you have several choices for this care. Most hospice teams include nurses, aides, and social workers. At CHOICE HOSPICE, the staff includes two registered nurses. They work to manage pain and help with daily tasks. But they do not have volunteers to help with visits. Here is the thing. Hospice is not just about medicine. It is about the people who walk this path with you. The team works to keep you at home as long as possible. They focus on what the patient wants and needs. They should talk to you about the plan of care often. You are the partner in this process. Make sure you feel heard by the staff. A good hospice team will always explain why they do what they do. You deserve clear answers every single day.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right team is hard work. You should speak to a few providers before you sign any papers. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home in an emergency. You need to know that help is there when things get scary. Second, ask how they handle pain management at night or on weekends. Some teams have more staff available than others. Third, ask how they handle the low satisfaction scores if you see them on a report. A good provider will be honest with you about their challenges. They should explain how they are fixing things. Finally, ask what specific services they provide for the family. Do they offer grief support? Can they help with errands or chores? You need to feel comfortable with the people entering your home. Trust your gut feeling when you talk to them. It is your family.
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