HOSPICE COMPASSUS-TRI LAKES MISSOURI
Provider Information
- Address
- 3044 SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS EXPRESSWAY, SUITE 200
BRANSON, MO 65616 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 30, 1994
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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) | 9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 4 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
30
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 HOSPICE COMPASSUS-TRI LAKES MISSOURI 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 HOSPICE COMPASSUS-TRI LAKES MISSOURI compares to hospices nationwide.
12.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 56th 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 day12.8 min
Ranks better than about 56% 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 weekends9.6%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 life95.8%
Ranks better than about 68% 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%
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 care4.6%
Ranks better than about 63% 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 months36.9%
Ranks better than about 49% 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 care10.8%
Ranks better than about 32% 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 hospice3.1%
Ranks better than about 24% 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$13,565 · 26th 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 71.1% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.7%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.7%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.7%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life71.1%
- All care steps completed99.0%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer28%
- Dementia20%
- Heart and circulatory disease15%
- Lung and respiratory disease18%
- Other conditions18%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice Compassus-Tri Lakes Missouri
Hospice Compassus-Tri Lakes Missouri serves families in the Branson area. This provider offers end-of-life care from their office on Shepherd of the Hills Expressway. They have been certified by Medicare since 1994. This provider is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Health Care, also known as ACHC. Accreditation shows that a group meets high standards for patient safety and care quality. It is a sign of excellence. Their team includes 30 employees who work to support patients and their loved ones in Taney County. They have a team of 9 registered nurses and 4 licensed practical nurses on staff. This team handles medical needs while focusing on comfort. You can reach them at 417-335-2004 if you have questions about their specific services.
About Hospice Compassus-Tri Lakes Missouri
This hospice operates as a for-profit provider. They have maintained Medicare certification for three decades. This length of service shows a long history of working within the federal system. The accreditation from the ACHC is important for families to understand. This group reviews how a hospice runs its daily operations. They check that the care meets specific rules for safety and health. When a provider holds this status, it means an outside group verified their performance. Families should look for these markers when they choose a partner for end-of-life care. This hospice has 30 staff members to help with patient needs. It is helpful to know who is on the care team. You can ask them directly about how their staff members work together to provide daily support.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Branson?
Hospice care in the Branson region focuses on managing pain and symptoms. The goal is to improve comfort when a cure is no longer the main focus. Many providers in Taney County work with local doctors to create a care plan. This plan changes as the needs of the patient change over time. Hospice Compassus-Tri Lakes Missouri has a team of 13 nurses to help with these medical tasks. These nurses visit patients to check on their health. They also teach family members how to provide care at home. This support makes a difference. The staff works hard to keep patients comfortable in their own beds. They focus on the physical and emotional needs of the person receiving care. Hospice care is about living each day with dignity and support from a trained team.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice is a big step for your family. You should feel comfortable with the people who will enter your home. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can arrive if there is an emergency at night. Find out how the team communicates with your primary doctor. Ask how often a nurse will visit the home to check on the patient. You should also ask about the support services they provide for family members. Do they offer help with grief or emotional support? It is also good to ask how they handle changes in the patient condition. You need to know that they can adjust the care plan as needed. Get clear answers to these questions before you make a final decision for your loved one.
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