AFFINITY CARE OF SARASOTA
Provider Information
- Address
- 8590 POTTER PARK DRIVE
SARASOTA, FL 34238 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 19, 2021
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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) | 1 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
5
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 AFFINITY CARE OF SARASOTA 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
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how AFFINITY CARE OF SARASOTA compares to hospices nationwide.
16.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 84th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
156
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 day16.3 min
Ranks better than about 84% 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 weekends8.6%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 life94.7%
Ranks better than about 59% 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 visits45%
Ranks better than about 60% 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 care14.8%
Ranks better than about 9% 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 months35.6%
Ranks better than about 53% 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 care10.7%
Ranks better than about 32% 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 hospice2%
Ranks better than about 37% 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$13,923 · 28th 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 66.2% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life66.2%
- All care steps completed100%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer17%
- Dementia45%
- Heart and circulatory disease13%
- Lung and respiratory disease7%
- Stroke5%
- Other conditions15%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Affinity Care of Sarasota
Affinity Care of Sarasota is a freestanding hospice provider based in Sarasota, Florida. They have served the local community since August 2021. The team works to support patients with end-of-life care needs. This provider holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This status shows the organization meets specific health and safety standards. Accreditation is a process where independent experts review how a hospice runs its daily operations. It gives families peace of mind. The provider operates as a for-profit entity. Choosing a hospice is a serious step for any family. You should look at how a team handles patient needs. This provider is part of the healthcare landscape in Sarasota County. They focus on providing care to those who need it most. It is helpful to know their history and status when you begin your search for support.
Understanding Provider Quality
Affinity Care of Sarasota operates as a for-profit hospice. This means they are responsible to investors as well as patients. They have earned strong marks for their quality of care based on official government data. These scores look at how well the staff manages pain and symptoms. The team is small with five total employees including one registered nurse. They do not currently use volunteers. The Accreditation Commission for Health Care provides a stamp of approval. This group sets high bars for patient safety. They check that the hospice follows strict rules every day. The government also tracks how patients feel about their care through surveys. This provider has seen mixed results in those patient feedback surveys. You should weigh these different factors when you talk to their team. It helps to ask questions about their specific approach to daily care and how they support family members during difficult times.
Quality Summary
What Is Hospice Care Like in SARASOTA?
Hospice care in Sarasota provides comfort for people with serious illnesses. The goal is to focus on quality of life rather than a cure. Teams often include doctors, nurses, and social workers. In this specific agency, the staff includes one registered nurse. They provide care in the setting where the patient lives. That could be a private house or an assisted living facility. The team works to keep the patient comfortable and pain-free. They also help families understand the changes that happen during this time. Some hospices have a large staff of volunteers to help with errands. This agency does not have volunteers on their current team. You should ask how they cover all needs with a small staff. Every agency has a different way of organizing their daily work. It is fine to ask how they ensure someone is available when you need them the most.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Finding the right care can feel hard. You should start by asking how the team handles an emergency at night. It is important to know if a nurse is available 24 hours a day. Ask how often the nurse will visit the home to check on the patient. You should also ask how they help the family members who are providing care. Does the hospice offer help for emotional stress or grief support? Ask about the specific services they offer in the Sarasota area. Find out how many patients each nurse sees in a single week. A smaller caseload might mean more time for your loved one. Ask about their plan for pain management and medication delivery. These questions will help you see if their style fits your family. Take your time to get clear answers before you make your final decision on a provider.
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