CANYON HOME CARE & HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 3100 NEEDLES HWY STE 500
LAUGHLIN, NV 89029 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 8, 2018
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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) | 3 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
6
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 CANYON HOME CARE & 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how CANYON HOME CARE & HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
15.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 82nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
8
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 day15.9 min
Ranks better than about 82% 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 weekends8.2%
Ranks better than about 53% 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 life98%
Ranks better than about 86% 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 visits20.6%
Ranks better than about 88% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 months14.3%
Ranks better than about 93% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 hospice7.1%
Ranks better than about 4% 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$10,760 · 13th 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 90.2% 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%
- Visits in the last days of life90.2%
- 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.
- Cancer38%
- Other conditions30%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Canyon Home Care & Hospice
Canyon Home Care & Hospice serves families in Laughlin, Nevada. They provide hospice care to those in need of comfort at home. The agency has been certified by Medicare since March of 2018. They hold accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care, or ACHC. This shows they meet high standards for safety and patient care. Having this stamp of approval means they follow strict rules for how they treat patients. It is a sign of their commitment to quality. The team works hard to support patients throughout their final months. They focus on managing pain and helping families find peace. You can find them on Needles Highway in the Laughlin area.
About Canyon Home Care & Hospice
Canyon Home Care & Hospice operates as a for-profit hospice provider. They have been a part of the local healthcare community for several years. The team is made up of six people total. This includes three registered nurses who provide medical care. They also have one volunteer who helps with patient needs. That is a small group. Being a smaller team can mean you get to know the staff well. The ACHC accreditation they hold is a big deal in the hospice world. It means an outside group checked their work to make sure they follow best practices. They do not just take the agency's word for it. They look at records and talk to staff. This extra step helps ensure that every patient receives a high level of care. It is a detail that gives many families peace of mind during a hard time.
Quality Overview
What Is Hospice Care Like in Laughlin?
Hospice care in Laughlin focuses on making sure patients are comfortable. The goal is to keep people in their own homes whenever possible. Nurses and volunteers visit to help with daily needs and symptom management. It is about quality of life. The team at Canyon Home Care & Hospice brings these services to you in the Clark County area. They have three registered nurses on staff to handle medical tasks. One volunteer is also available to offer support and companionship. This team approach aims to ease the burden on family caregivers. They provide the tools needed to manage pain at home. Hospice is not just about the end of life. It is about how you live each day. The care plan changes as the needs of the patient change over time. They want to make sure you have the help you need when you need it most.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice provider is a big decision for any family. You should feel comfortable asking direct questions to get the right answers. Start by asking how quickly they can respond to an emergency call at night. You should also ask how often a nurse will visit your home. It helps to know which staff members will be there on weekends. Ask if they have experience with your specific health needs. Another good question is how they help families cope with the stress of caregiving. Do they offer extra support for the people living in the home? You deserve to know how they handle pain management and comfort. Write these questions down before you call them. It will help you remember what matters most to your family. Take your time to find the right fit for your loved one.
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