HEALTH SERVICES OF THE PACIFIC - HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 809 CHALAN PASAHERU, UNIT 2
BARRIGADA, GU 96913 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 28, 2007
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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) | 2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 0 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
6
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 HEALTH SERVICES OF THE PACIFIC - HOSPICE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
An older Medicare record for this hospice lists short-term inpatient care as “not provided.” That code may be out of date. Medicare requires certified hospices to make inpatient care available for symptom management and caregiver respite. Ask this hospice how it arranges a bed if symptoms become hard to manage at home.
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Supplied directly by this hospice
Equipment and supplies tied to the terminal illness and the plan of care, such as a hospital bed, oxygen, wound supplies, or a wheelchair.
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 HEALTH SERVICES OF THE PACIFIC - HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
17.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 89th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
5
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
Medicare reports this hospice billed for routine home care only from January 2022 through December 2024. Hospices can also provide continuous home care, inpatient care, and respite care when symptoms are harder to manage. There can be good reasons for this. Ask the provider how they handle a crisis at home.
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 day17.5 min
Ranks better than about 89% 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 weekends14.5%
Ranks better than about 87% 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 life94.4%
Ranks better than about 57% 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 visits40%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 months16.7%
Ranks better than about 91% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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%
Ranks better than about 55% 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)52nd 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$6,650 · 2nd 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 58.3% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment96.4%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.4%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life58.3%
- All care steps completed97.2%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer39%
- Stroke16%
- Other conditions25%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Providing Care in Barrigada
Health Services of the Pacific - Hospice offers end-of-life care for families in Barrigada, Guam. They focus on comfort, dignity, and support for patients during their final months. The team works hard to manage pain while keeping the patient at home whenever possible. It is a local choice for those needing specialized medical and emotional support. Choosing the right hospice is a big decision for any family. You want a team that listens. They do exactly that.
About Health Services of the Pacific - Hospice
This provider has been Medicare certified since March 2007. They operate as a for-profit hospice organization. That means they run under business standards while meeting federal rules for patient care. Many families choose them because they have served the island for a long time. They are located at 809 Chalan Pasaheru, Unit 2. The thing is, hospice is about more than just medicine. It is about living the remaining time with peace. They have built a track record of service that spans over 15 years in the region. That is a long time to serve a community.
High Quality Standards
Understanding Hospice Care in Barrigada
Hospice care in Guam is designed to bring relief to the whole family. It is not just about the patient. It is about the people who love them. The goal is to keep the patient pain-free and comfortable in their own home. You don't have to face this journey alone. Nurses and aides visit regularly to check in. They provide supplies, medicine, and equipment right to your door. This helps reduce the stress of running to the doctor. And it allows you to spend your energy on what matters most. Being together is everything.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You need to feel good about your choice. Start by asking these questions. First, how quickly can a nurse get to my home if there is an emergency? Second, how will you help my family manage difficult symptoms at night? Third, what kind of emotional support do you offer for our children or other family members? Finally, how do you handle communication so we always know what is happening? The answers should be clear and kind. If they seem rushed, keep asking. You deserve a team that stays by your side.
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