ACCENTCARE HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE OF PASCO COUN
Provider Information
- Address
- 2644 CYPRESS RIDGE BLVD STE 104
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL 33544 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- July 17, 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 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) | 19 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 2 |
56
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 HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE OF PASCO COUN 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 ACCENTCARE HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE OF PASCO COUN compares to hospices nationwide.
9.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 23rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
142
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 day9.8 min
Ranks better than about 23% 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%
Ranks better than about 51% 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 life93.4%
Ranks better than about 49% 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 visits74%
Ranks better than about 20% 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 care12.2%
Ranks better than about 16% 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 months28.3%
Ranks better than about 73% 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%
Ranks better than about 35% 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 hospice0.9%
Ranks better than about 52% 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)88th 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$17,520 · 48th 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 68.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.7%
- Pain assessment99.7%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.8%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life68.4%
- 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.
- Cancer21%
- Dementia38%
- Heart and circulatory disease18%
- Lung and respiratory disease11%
- Stroke6%
- Other conditions9%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice Care in Wesley Chapel
AccentCare Hospice & Palliative Care of Pasco County serves families in Wesley Chapel, Florida. This provider offers hospice care services for patients needing support at the end of life. They have been certified by Medicare since July 2020. Their team works to provide care in the patient's home or other local settings. Choosing a provider is a big step. This local team is ready to help your family during this time.
About AccentCare Hospice & Palliative Care of Pasco County
This hospice operates as a for-profit organization in Pasco County. Medicare certification requires providers to meet strict rules for safety and care. These rules help ensure that patients get the right support at the right time. Families should know that this provider has been part of the Medicare program for several years. Being a freestanding hospice means they focus solely on end-of-life care needs. They do not operate as part of a hospital system. This allows them to center their resources on hospice patients. You can check their current ratings to see how they perform on national quality measures. These scores come from direct reports by patients and their families. They also track clinical outcomes. It is a good way to see how a provider handles daily care tasks.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Wesley Chapel?
Hospice care in this area focuses on comfort and pain control. The team works to keep patients at home whenever possible. This provider has a staff of 56 people to help with these goals. Their team includes 19 registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. They also have two physicians on staff to oversee medical care. These professionals visit patients to manage symptoms and provide emotional support. And they coordinate with family caregivers to teach them how to help. What most people want is to keep their loved one comfortable and peaceful. This team is built to make that happen. They provide the medical skills needed for complex health conditions. But they also offer the human touch that makes a difference in daily life. You can ask them how they plan to support your specific needs in Wesley Chapel.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel comfortable with the team you pick. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home in an emergency. This is a common concern for many families. Ask how they handle pain and symptom management after regular office hours. You want to know that someone is available 24 hours a day. Ask about their experience with the specific health condition your loved one has. It helps to hear how they communicate with your primary doctor. Finally, ask what kind of support they offer to family members. Some providers offer grief counseling or help with daily tasks. Get clear answers to these questions before you make your final decision. You deserve to feel confident in the care your loved one will receive.
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