OPUS CARE OF SOUTH FLORIDA
Provider Information
- Address
- 6900 SW 80TH ST
MIAMI, FL 33143 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- February 12, 1992
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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) | 136 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 7 |
| Physicians | 10 |
| Volunteers | 4 |
410
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 OPUS CARE OF SOUTH FLORIDA 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 OPUS CARE OF SOUTH FLORIDA compares to hospices nationwide.
33.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 99th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
502
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 day33.8 min
Ranks better than about 99% 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 weekends15.1%
Ranks better than about 88% 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 life99.4%
Ranks better than about 92% 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 visits9.5%
Ranks better than about 96% 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 care8.7%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 months55%
Ranks better than about 11% 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 care6.9%
Ranks better than about 51% 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 hospice3.6%
Ranks better than about 19% 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)95th 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$27,632 · 88th 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 81.1% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening95.8%
- Pain assessment94.4%
- Breathing difficulty screening98.2%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.5%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.8%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.2%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids97.1%
- Visits in the last days of life81.1%
- All care steps completed94%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer19%
- Dementia9%
- Heart and circulatory disease25%
- Lung and respiratory disease6%
- Stroke33%
- Other conditions8%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Expert Care in Miami
Opus Care of South Florida serves the Miami community from their location on SW 80th Street. They focus on providing compassionate end-of-life care for patients and their families. Choosing a hospice provider is a major decision for any family. You need a team that offers both medical support and emotional comfort. This agency has been serving local families since 1992. That is over three decades of experience in the field. They aim to make the final months of life as peaceful as possible. Their staff works hard to manage pain and improve daily comfort for every person in their care. The team understands the unique needs of the Miami-Dade area. They are there to help when you need them most.
About Opus Care of South Florida
Opus Care of South Florida operates as a for-profit hospice provider. They have held Medicare certification since February 1992. This long history shows a deep commitment to meeting federal standards for care. What does this mean for your family? It means they have passed regular checks by Medicare to ensure they provide high-quality service. They hold a top overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars from CMS. They also earned a 5-star rating for their quality of care. That is a big deal in the hospice world. They also maintain a 4-star rating for patient satisfaction. Families should know that these scores come from real data and patient surveys. This transparency helps you compare options with confidence. You deserve to know exactly how a provider performs before you make a choice.
Quality Performance
Understanding Hospice Care in Miami
Miami-Dade County has many hospice choices, but finding the right fit takes time. Hospice is not just about physical health. It is a full approach that includes social workers and spiritual counselors. The goal is to support the whole person. Many families worry about the costs, but Medicare covers almost all hospice services. This includes medication, equipment, and home visits. The thing is, hospice is not just for the final days. You can start services as soon as a doctor confirms a life-limiting illness. Early care allows for better symptom management from the start. You do not have to wait until things become urgent. Talk to your primary doctor about when to start these conversations. It is better to have a plan in place before a crisis happens.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Start by asking about their response time for after-hours calls. You need to know that help is available at 2:00 AM if a crisis arises. Ask how often a nurse will visit the home. Consistency matters. You should also ask how they help with emotional and spiritual needs. Do they have volunteers who can sit with your loved one? Finally, ask about their specific experience with your loved one's diagnosis. Every condition requires a different approach to pain control. Get these answers in writing if you can. It helps you stay organized during a stressful time. Trust your gut feeling during these interviews. The right team will feel like a partner in your family's care journey.
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