LAKE REGIONAL HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 1029 NICHOLS ROAD, SUITE A
OSAGE BEACH, MO 65065 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- January 9, 2017
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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) | 4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Physicians | 2 |
17
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 LAKE REGIONAL 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
- 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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how LAKE REGIONAL HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
14.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 71st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
33
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 day14.4 min
Ranks better than about 71% 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 weekends9.2%
Ranks better than about 63% 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 life95.4%
Ranks better than about 64% 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 visits19.1%
Ranks better than about 89% 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 care10%
Ranks better than about 26% 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 months15%
Ranks better than about 92% 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 care2.5%
Ranks better than about 75% 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)67th 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$9,194 · 8th 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 48.3% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99%
- Pain assessment94%
- Breathing difficulty screening99%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.2%
- Treatment preferences discussed98.4%
- Beliefs and values discussed99%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids97.6%
- Visits in the last days of life48.3%
- 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.
- Cancer40%
- Heart and circulatory disease13%
- Lung and respiratory disease14%
- Other conditions28%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Compassionate Care in Osage Beach
Lake Regional Hospice serves families throughout the Osage Beach, Missouri area. They provide specialized end-of-life care focused on comfort and dignity. Their team visits patients wherever they call home to manage pain and emotional needs. Choosing the right support during a health crisis is a heavy task. This provider works to ease that burden by offering medical and emotional guidance for patients and their loved ones. They are located at 1029 Nichols Road, Suite A. If you need to reach their office, you can call them at (573) 302-2860. Their goal is to help families focus on spending quality time together. That is exactly what matters most when time feels short. They bring professional care directly to your doorstep in Camden County.
About Lake Regional Hospice
Lake Regional Hospice is a for-profit provider that has been Medicare certified since January 9, 2017. This certification means they meet strict federal standards for quality and safety. Many families wonder what for-profit status means for their care. The truth is that all Medicare-certified hospices must follow the same rules for patient rights and care standards. This team has built a local reputation for steady service over the last several years. You should feel comfortable asking them about their specific experience with your loved one's condition. They are prepared to discuss their care plans openly. And that transparency is vital when you are making such a big decision for your family. A good provider will always listen to your concerns first. They want to make sure your family feels heard and supported at every single step.
High Quality Standards
Understanding Hospice Care in Osage Beach
Hospice is not about giving up. It is about choosing a different kind of care that values comfort over cures. In Osage Beach, you have access to professional teams that specialize in this transition. These teams include nurses, aides, and social workers who visit your home. They manage symptoms like pain, anxiety, or breathing trouble. But they do much more than just check vital signs. They support the whole family during a very difficult season. Some people wait too long to ask for this help. That is a mistake because hospice can provide months of support, not just a few days. The earlier you reach out, the more the team can do to help you and your loved one. It is a resource that is there to make daily life a little bit easier for everyone involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You need to feel confident in the team you invite into your home. Start by asking how quickly they can respond to an emergency call at night. You should also ask how they coordinate with the patient’s primary doctor. It helps to know if they provide extra support for the family, like grief counseling or volunteer help. Ask them directly: "How will you help us manage pain if it gets worse?" Listen to how they answer. Are they kind? Do they use words you can understand? You want a team that explains things clearly without using confusing medical jargon. Trust your gut feeling during these talks. If a provider seems rushed or dismissive, keep looking. You deserve a partner who is patient and willing to answer every single question you have. Never feel bad about asking for more details.
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