TRADITIONS HOSPICE OF BLUE SPRINGS, LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 220 NW R.D. MIZE ROAD, SUITE 101
BLUE SPRINGS, MO 64014 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- October 2, 2019
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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) | 19 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 5 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
52
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 TRADITIONS HOSPICE OF BLUE SPRINGS, LLC 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 TRADITIONS HOSPICE OF BLUE SPRINGS, LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
13.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 66th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
67
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 day13.8 min
Ranks better than about 66% 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 weekends8.8%
Ranks better than about 60% 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 life97.9%
Ranks better than about 85% 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 visits35.1%
Ranks better than about 73% 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 care5.6%
Ranks better than about 56% 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 months55.6%
Ranks better than about 11% 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 care11.3%
Ranks better than about 30% 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 hospice1.4%
Ranks better than about 45% 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)74th 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$22,341 · 72nd 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 66% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening98.7%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life66%
- All care steps completed98.7%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer13%
- Dementia29%
- Heart and circulatory disease20%
- Lung and respiratory disease13%
- Stroke7%
- Other conditions25%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Care in Blue Springs
Traditions Health serves families throughout Blue Springs and the surrounding Jackson County area. They provide end-of-life care focused on comfort, dignity, and personal support for patients. Their team works to manage symptoms so that patients can spend their time at home with loved ones. It is a local option for those needing specialized hospice services near their home. They have been certified by Medicare since October 2019. This means they meet federal standards for the care they provide to patients and their families. Choosing a local provider helps keep care close to home. That is a big deal when you are balancing daily life with caregiving needs. Their team is ready to step in when a serious illness requires more than home care alone can offer.
About Traditions Health
Traditions Health operates as a for-profit hospice provider. They have been active in the Medicare program for several years now. Since 2019, they have built a record of service within the Missouri region. What families should know is that for-profit providers follow the same federal rules as non-profit ones. The main difference is simply how the business is organized. But the core goal remains the same: helping you feel better. You should always check if a provider fits your specific needs. Ask them about their team and how they handle emergencies after hours. It is also smart to see if their approach matches your family values. Their office on R.D. Mize Road is the hub for their local care teams. They are set up to respond to the needs of the Jackson County community every day of the week.
Quality Performance Snapshot
Understanding Hospice Care in Blue Springs
Hospice is a special type of care for people with a life-limiting illness. It is not about giving up. It is about choosing to focus on comfort rather than a cure. In Blue Springs, families can access hospice services in their own homes, assisted living centers, or nursing homes. Most people get care right where they live. That makes things much easier for everyone involved. The thing is, many families wait too long to call for help. You do not have to wait for a doctor to bring it up. You can reach out to a provider like Traditions Health at any time to ask questions. They can explain how Medicare pays for these services and what the process looks like. Getting help sooner usually means better support for both the patient and the family members caring for them.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team is a big decision. You want to feel confident in the people entering your home. Start by asking how quickly they can send a nurse to your house in a crisis. That is a vital question. You should also ask how they handle pain management and if they have a doctor on call at night. Ask them how they help families with the emotional side of things, too. A good provider should offer support for the whole family, not just the patient. Finally, ask if they have volunteers who can sit with the patient to give you a short break. These small things make a huge difference in your daily life. Keep a list of these questions handy when you call different providers in the Jackson County area.
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