ST FRANCIS REFLECTIONS HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 1250B GRUMMAN PLACE
TITUSVILLE, FL 32780 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 5, 1990
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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) | 91 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 42 |
| Physicians | 8 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
189
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 ST FRANCIS REFLECTIONS HOSPICE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Both provided directly and arranged with other facilities
- 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ST FRANCIS REFLECTIONS HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
15.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 80th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
349
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 day15.6 min
Ranks better than about 80% 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 weekends10.2%
Ranks better than about 71% 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 life98.6%
Ranks better than about 89% 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 visits52.2%
Ranks better than about 51% 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 care10.6%
Ranks better than about 23% 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 months39%
Ranks better than about 44% 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 care9.2%
Ranks better than about 39% 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 hospice1.4%
Ranks better than about 45% 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)94th 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$16,946 · 44th 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 64.9% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.9%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.9%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.7%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life64.9%
- All care steps completed99.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer22%
- Dementia17%
- Heart and circulatory disease16%
- Lung and respiratory disease11%
- Stroke20%
- Other conditions17%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
St Francis Reflections Hospice
St Francis Reflections Hospice serves patients and families in Titusville, Florida. They offer end of life care to support comfort and quality of life. This organization holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This status shows they meet high standards set by a national group. Their office is located on Grumman Place in Brevard County. They have provided these services to the local community since 1990. Getting the right support is a big step for your family. This team works to provide care that respects the needs of each person they serve. They focus on meeting the goals of their patients while keeping them comfortable at home or in a facility. Choosing a team with such a long history in the region can offer peace of mind during a difficult time.
About St Francis Reflections Hospice
This hospice operates as a non-profit organization. They have been certified by Medicare for over three decades. Being a non-profit means they focus their resources back into the care they provide. They also carry accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group reviews health care providers to ensure they follow strict safety and quality rules. They check everything from how nurses give medicine to how the team manages pain. This process helps families feel sure that the care meets high standards. The organization employs 189 staff members. This includes 91 registered nurses and 42 licensed practical nurses who provide direct care. They also have 8 physicians on staff to oversee medical needs. Having a large team of nurses and doctors means there is always someone available to help. That is a clear benefit for patients who have complex needs at home. They also work with one volunteer to support their mission.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in Titusville?
Hospice care in Titusville focuses on comfort rather than a cure. It brings a team of experts directly to the place where a patient lives. This could be a private house or a care facility in the area. The team includes doctors, nurses, and other support staff. At St Francis Reflections Hospice, the team is quite large. They have 91 registered nurses and 42 licensed practical nurses on staff. These nurses work with 8 physicians to manage symptoms and pain. They help patients stay comfortable and calm. The care team creates a plan that fits the specific needs of the patient. This plan changes as the needs of the patient change. They aim to support the family as much as the patient. Having this much medical staff available helps ensure that help is never far away. It allows families to focus on spending time together instead of worrying about the medical details.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel empowered to ask questions before you pick a hospice team. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if a problem happens at night. You should also ask how the team will help manage pain and other symptoms. Ask if they have experience with the specific condition your loved one has. It is also good to ask how they support family members who are grieving. Knowing how they communicate with your regular doctor is also a smart move. You want to be sure everyone is on the same page. Ask them how they handle emergencies on weekends or holidays. Finally, ask what their team structure looks like. You deserve to know who will be walking through your front door. Do not be afraid to ask for these details. Good providers will be happy to explain their processes clearly and honestly.
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