ASPEN HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 3480 WASHINGTON PARKWAY
IDAHO FALLS, ID 83404 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 5, 2002
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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) | 10 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 0 |
| Volunteers | 11 |
21
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 ASPEN HOSPICE 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
- Supplied directly by this hospice
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 2011.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ASPEN HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
12.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 51st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
70
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 day12.3 min
Ranks better than about 51% 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 weekends5.6%
Ranks better than about 21% 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 life98.5%
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 visits17%
Ranks better than about 91% 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 care13.7%
Ranks better than about 12% 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 months47.1%
Ranks better than about 23% 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 care2%
Ranks better than about 77% 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 hospice3.9%
Ranks better than about 17% 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)90th 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$12,853 · 22nd 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 83.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.8%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.8%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids98.7%
- Visits in the last days of life83.8%
- All care steps completed99%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer15%
- Dementia10%
- Heart and circulatory disease18%
- Lung and respiratory disease19%
- Stroke9%
- Other conditions30%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
ASPEN HOSPICE
ASPEN HOSPICE serves the Idaho Falls area from its office on Washington Parkway. This provider offers hospice care to patients in Bonneville County. They have been Medicare certified since 2002. This provider holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. That group checks to see if agencies follow strict standards for safety. It shows they meet high goals for care. Families in Idaho Falls can look to this provider for end of life services. The team includes ten registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. They also have eleven volunteers who help with daily tasks. It is a freestanding hospice that focuses on direct care for your loved ones.
About ASPEN HOSPICE
ASPEN HOSPICE operates as a for-profit agency. They have provided care to the community for over two decades. Accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care means they invite outside experts to review their work. These experts check if the agency meets specific national rules. This helps ensure that the care is consistent. A team of twenty-one employees runs the daily operations. They do not have physicians on staff directly. You should talk with your own doctor about how they work with this team. Most families find that clear communication makes a big difference. This agency has a long history of serving Idaho Falls. They follow federal rules set by Medicare for all certified hospices. Ask them how they coordinate with local hospitals if you need more information about their specific care model.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in IDAHO FALLS?
Hospice care in Idaho Falls centers on comfort when a cure is no longer the goal. It brings medical support directly to a patient's home. The team at ASPEN HOSPICE includes ten registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. These nurses manage pain and symptoms. They visit often to check on the patient. Volunteers provide a helping hand with errands or companionship. This allows the family to focus on being together. Care is available twenty-four hours a day. You can call them if a problem arises at night. The goal is to keep the patient in their familiar surroundings. Many families appreciate this approach. It keeps life simple during a hard time. Having a team of twenty-one people means there is always someone to help with the care plan. They work to keep the patient at ease in their own home.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking the right hospice is a major choice for your family. You should ask how the team handles pain management after hours. Find out who will be the main nurse for your loved one. It is also good to ask how they support family caregivers. Ask them how often a nurse will visit the home. You should also ask how they involve your regular doctor in the care plan. Ask about their experience with specific health conditions. Do not feel rushed when you talk to them. You have the right to get clear answers about their services. A good provider will welcome your questions. They should explain how their staff works together. Make sure you understand the full scope of their support before you sign any paperwork.
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