BRISTOL HOSPICE LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 1 FATHER DEVALLES BLVD, SUITE 309
FALL RIVER, MA 02723 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- December 10, 2021
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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) | 2 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
9
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 BRISTOL HOSPICE LLC 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 That code may be out of date.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.
Reported by this hospice to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services when it was certified in 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how BRISTOL HOSPICE LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
13.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 67th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
50
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 day13.9 min
Ranks better than about 67% 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 weekends7.7%
Ranks better than about 47% 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 life95.5%
Ranks better than about 65% 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 visits39.3%
Ranks better than about 68% 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 care4.1%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 months32.4%
Ranks better than about 62% 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 care21.6%
Ranks better than about 5% 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 hospice5.4%
Ranks better than about 9% 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$23,879 · 78th 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 85% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life85%
- All care steps completed100%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer11%
- Dementia32%
- Heart and circulatory disease25%
- Lung and respiratory disease7%
- Stroke15%
- Other conditions12%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Bristol Hospice LLC
Bristol Hospice LLC provides hospice care services to patients in Fall River, Massachusetts. They operate out of their office on Father Devalles Boulevard. The agency has been certified by Medicare since late 2021. They hold accreditation from the Joint Commission, which shows they meet high standards for safety and performance. This accreditation means an outside group checked their work to ensure it follows strict rules. It is a sign of their commitment to quality care for your family members.
Understanding Their Services
This provider is a for-profit hospice agency. They function as a freestanding location rather than being part of a hospital. Because they earned accreditation from the Joint Commission, they must regularly show they meet national standards. This process involves a rigorous look at how they manage patient health and daily operations. You can feel better knowing they put in the effort to get this review. It helps keep the quality of care high. Their team is small but focused on the specific needs of their local patients in Bristol County.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in FALL RIVER?
Hospice care in this area focuses on comfort and relief for patients with serious illnesses. You get a team of experts working together to manage pain and support daily needs. This specific agency employs nine people to handle these tasks. Their staff includes two registered nurses and two physicians who oversee the medical side of care. They also have one volunteer on the team to provide extra support. These people work together to ensure your loved one stays comfortable at home. It is a small team, but they are clearly defined by their roles in your care plan.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should gather facts to make the best choice for your family. Start by asking how often a nurse will visit your home. You need to know who to call when you have a question at night. Ask how they handle pain management and if they provide support for family members too. It is also smart to ask how they communicate with your primary doctor. Getting clear answers helps you feel prepared for the days ahead. Write these questions down before you meet them.
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