ALLIANCE HOSPICE OF IDAHO
Provider Information
- Address
- 1655 1ST STREET
IDAHO FALLS, ID 83401 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 9, 2003
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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) | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
14
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 ALLIANCE HOSPICE OF IDAHO 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ALLIANCE HOSPICE OF IDAHO compares to hospices nationwide.
15.2 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 77th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
14
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 day15.2 min
Ranks better than about 77% 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 weekends6.6%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 life94.5%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 visits34%
Ranks better than about 74% 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 care11.8%
Ranks better than about 18% 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 months23.5%
Ranks better than about 82% 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$15,285 · 35th 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 8 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 44.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment92%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life44.7%
- All care steps completed94.3%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Heart and circulatory disease30%
- Other conditions25%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Alliance Hospice of Idaho
Alliance Hospice of Idaho serves families in Idaho Falls and the surrounding Bonneville County area. This provider offers end of life support as a freestanding hospice agency. They have been certified to provide services through Medicare since May 2003. Families looking for care options in this part of Idaho may consider their history and status as a local provider. Their team works to provide support for patients and their loved ones during a difficult time.
About Alliance Hospice of Idaho
This is a for-profit hospice agency that has operated for over two decades. They maintain a team of 14 employees to assist with patient care needs. This staff includes eight registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. They also have one physician on the team. Having a physician on staff allows for professional oversight of medical plans. Families should know that being a for-profit agency means they operate under a business model while meeting federal quality rules. Their Medicare certification since 2003 shows they have met government standards for a long time. It is helpful to ask how their specific staffing levels will meet the needs of your loved one. You should feel free to ask about their standard response times for nursing visits. This helps you understand how they manage daily care for their patients at home or in facilities.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Idaho Falls?
Hospice care in Idaho Falls focuses on comfort and quality of life. The team visits you where you live. This might be your own house or a care facility. They provide medical equipment and medicine related to the illness. The staff also offers emotional support for the whole family. Because this agency has eight registered nurses on their team, they have a solid foundation for clinical care. A doctor also oversees the medical side of the treatment. These professionals work together to manage pain and other symptoms. That is the core goal of hospice. They want to ensure patients stay as comfortable as possible while spending time with the people they love. You can expect regular check-ins from the nursing staff. They monitor changes in health and adjust the care plan to match those needs.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Selecting the right hospice provider is a major choice for your family. You should start by asking how often a nurse will visit your home. It is also good to ask how they handle medical needs after business hours. You need to know who to call if an emergency happens at night. Ask them how they manage pain and other symptoms that might arise suddenly. It helps to ask how they support family members who are grieving. Ask if they provide volunteers for companionship or help with errands. Make sure you understand their admission process and how quickly they can start care. You should feel comfortable with the answers you receive. If you still have questions, ask them again until you feel clear. Getting these details helps you make a choice that fits your family best.
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