STARLIGHT HOSPICE INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 3920 E PATRICK LANE
LAS VEGAS, NV 89121 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- December 3, 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 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) | 7 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 4 |
20
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 STARLIGHT HOSPICE INC 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 That code may be out of date.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.
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Brought in through an outside supplier
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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how STARLIGHT HOSPICE INC compares to hospices nationwide.
8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 9th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
29
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 day8 min
Ranks better than about 9% 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 weekends15.1%
Ranks better than about 88% 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 life81.8%
Ranks better than about 16% 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 visits92.3%
Ranks better than about 4% 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 care1.7%
Ranks better than about 79% 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 months52.1%
Ranks better than about 15% 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 care1.7%
Ranks better than about 79% 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)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$28,563 · 89th 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 7 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 97.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment97.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- All care steps completed97.8%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Heart and circulatory disease42%
- Lung and respiratory disease26%
- Other conditions15%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Starlight Hospice Inc in Las Vegas
Starlight Hospice Inc serves the Las Vegas area from its office on East Patrick Lane. They provide end-of-life care for patients and support for their families throughout Clark County. The team focuses on comfort and quality of life when a cure is no longer the main goal. Choosing the right hospice is a deeply personal decision for every family. Starlight Hospice Inc has been a Medicare-certified provider since December 3, 2021. That means they meet federal standards for care and safety. It is helpful to know that they operate as a for-profit organization. This is common for many hospice providers in Nevada today. When you look at their profile, you see they have been serving the community for several years now. They aim to provide physical and emotional relief to those facing a terminal illness. Their goal is to keep patients comfortable at home or in a facility of their choice.
About Starlight Hospice Inc
Starlight Hospice Inc has been part of the Medicare system since late 2021. Being Medicare-certified is a big deal. It proves the agency follows strict rules set by the government to ensure patient safety. As a for-profit provider in Clark County, they manage their own resources to meet the needs of local families. Most people do not realize that hospice care is about more than just medicine. It is about the whole person. This includes spiritual support and help for the family during grief. You should feel comfortable asking them about their specific team members. Do they have nurses on call at night? How do they handle sudden changes in pain levels? These are the real questions that matter. The agency is located at 3920 E Patrick Lane, which makes them easy to reach for those living in the Las Vegas area. Their team is ready to talk about how they can help your specific situation.
Quality Ratings
Understanding Hospice Care in Las Vegas
Hospice care in Las Vegas is designed to support the person, not just the disease. Many families in Clark County find that starting hospice sooner leads to better comfort. The thing is, hospice is not just for the final days of life. It can provide months of support for those with a life-limiting illness. Medicare covers these services fully for most people. This means families often pay nothing out of pocket for the care team. The team usually includes a doctor, a nurse, a social worker, and a chaplain. They work together to make sure the patient stays comfortable. And they help families learn how to provide care at home. It is a team effort. You are never doing this alone. The goal is to maximize the time you have left together. That is what matters most when everything else feels overwhelming.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a provider can feel like a heavy task. Start by asking questions that show you how they will treat your loved one. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. You need to know that help is always close by. Second, ask how they manage pain and other tough symptoms. Good care should keep the patient calm and comfortable at all times. Third, ask how they support the family after the patient passes away. Grief support is a key part of hospice care. Finally, ask what their team looks like. Do they have volunteers who can sit with the patient? Do they have chaplains for spiritual needs? Take your time with these questions. A good hospice agency will be happy to sit down and answer every single one for you. You deserve to feel confident in your choice.
Preserve Your Family's Story
This time is difficult, but it is also a chance to capture the memories and wisdom of your loved one. Recording their life story can be a beautiful gift for your whole family to keep forever.
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