ACCENTCARE OF COLORADO
Provider Information
- Address
- 4065 ST CLOUD DR
LOVELAND, CO 80538 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- December 19, 2006
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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 August 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) | 11 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
36
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 ACCENTCARE OF COLORADO 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 2016.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ACCENTCARE OF COLORADO compares to hospices nationwide.
10 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 25th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
77
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 min
Ranks better than about 25% 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 weekends5.6%
Ranks better than about 21% 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 life90.6%
Ranks better than about 33% 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 visits53.1%
Ranks better than about 49% 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 care11.7%
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 months24.7%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 care3.9%
Ranks better than about 68% 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 hospice1.3%
Ranks better than about 47% 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)81st 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$18,090 · 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 68.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.4%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.7%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life68.8%
- All care steps completed99.4%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer16%
- Dementia18%
- Heart and circulatory disease31%
- Lung and respiratory disease14%
- Stroke4%
- Other conditions19%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About AccentCare of Colorado
AccentCare of Colorado provides hospice services to families in Loveland and the surrounding Larimer County area. This freestanding hospice has served the community since 2006. They hold accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care, also known as ACHC. This means an outside group checked their work to make sure they follow high standards for patient safety. They offer care for people who need comfort and support during a terminal illness. Their team works to manage symptoms and provide emotional support for the whole family unit. Choosing a provider is a big step for your loved one. You want to know that the team follows clear rules and holds themselves to high standards every single day.
Understanding AccentCare of Colorado
This provider operates as a for-profit organization. They have been certified by Medicare for many years. The ACHC accreditation is a mark of quality. It shows the agency meets national standards for hospice care. When a group like ACHC reviews a hospice, they look at how the team handles medicine, patient rights, and staff training. It gives families peace of mind knowing the provider passed these tough tests. The agency employs 36 staff members to carry out their mission. This includes 11 registered nurses and one physician. Having a medical team is standard for hospice, but the mix of staff matters. You should look at how they use their team to help you. Ask them how often a nurse will visit your home. Clear answers help you decide if this group fits your needs.
Quality of Care Summary
What Is Hospice Care Like in Loveland?
Hospice care in Loveland focuses on comfort rather than a cure. The team comes to your home to help with pain and other hard symptoms. You can expect a group of skilled people to walk this path with you. AccentCare of Colorado uses a team of 11 registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. They also have one physician and one volunteer on staff to round out their care. This team works together to create a plan that fits your family goals. They provide equipment and medicine for symptom relief. You do not have to handle the heavy lifting alone. Most families find that having a nurse available to answer questions at any hour brings a lot of relief. It changes how you spend your time together. You can focus on moments that matter most while they handle the medical side of things.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel confident in the team you pick. Start by asking how many nurses they have on staff. You want to know who will show up when you call for help at night. Ask how they handle pain management if symptoms change quickly. It is also good to ask how they support family members who are grieving. Do they offer regular visits from a volunteer or a counselor? You should ask what happens if your loved one needs to go to a hospital for a short time. See if they have a plan for that situation. Finally, ask them to explain their recent survey scores if you have concerns. A good hospice team will be open about their strengths and areas where they are working to improve. Their answers should make you feel heard and respected during this time.
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