ST MARY'S HOSPICE OF NORTHERN NEVADA
Provider Information
- Address
- 6490 S. MCCARRAN BLVD BDG B, STE 13
RENO, NV 89509 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- November 19, 1987
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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) | 12 |
| Physicians | 3 |
25
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 ST MARY'S HOSPICE OF NORTHERN NEVADA 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 That code may be out of date.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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ST MARY'S HOSPICE OF NORTHERN NEVADA compares to hospices nationwide.
11.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 46th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
83
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 day11.9 min
Ranks better than about 46% 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 weekends5.8%
Ranks better than about 24% 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 life92.3%
Ranks better than about 42% 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 visits47.4%
Ranks better than about 57% 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 care7.1%
Ranks better than about 44% 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 months31.3%
Ranks better than about 65% 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 care17%
Ranks better than about 12% 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 hospice3.6%
Ranks better than about 19% 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$17,376 · 47th 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 77.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life77.4%
- All care steps completed99.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer23%
- Dementia16%
- Heart and circulatory disease22%
- Lung and respiratory disease12%
- Stroke15%
- Other conditions23%
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 Reno
St Mary's Hospice of Northern Nevada provides end-of-life care for families in Reno and the surrounding Washoe County area. They focus on comfort, pain management, and emotional support for patients facing a life-limiting illness. Choosing a hospice team is a deeply personal decision for any family. This provider offers services designed to help patients live their final days with dignity and peace. They have served the local community for many years, bringing specialized medical and spiritual support directly to the patient's home or care facility. It is all about making the transition as gentle as possible for everyone involved. When you choose this team, you get access to a group of professionals trained in hospice care. Their goal is to ensure that every patient feels heard and cared for during this sensitive time. It really makes a difference to have experienced support nearby.
About St Mary's Hospice of Northern Nevada
This hospice provider has been Medicare-certified since November 19, 1987. That is a long history of service in the Reno area. They operate as a for-profit organization, which is a common model for many hospice agencies today. Being Medicare-certified means they meet specific federal standards for the care they provide to patients. That is a big deal because it ensures a baseline of safety and quality for your loved ones. Families should know that for-profit status does not change the core mission of hospice, which is keeping the patient comfortable. The thing is, every agency has its own unique personality and approach to care. You should always feel comfortable asking them about their specific team members and how they handle after-hours calls. Understanding their history helps you see that they have been a part of the local healthcare landscape for over three decades.
Quality of Care Highlights
Understanding Hospice Care in Reno
Living in Reno means you have access to a variety of hospice options to help your family through hard times. Hospice is not just about medical care; it is about living each day as fully as possible. Most people think hospice is only for the very end, but it can actually start months before. The care team typically includes a doctor, a nurse, a social worker, and volunteers who visit you at home. They help manage symptoms so the patient can spend more time focusing on family and friends. What most people do not realize is that hospice care is fully covered by Medicare for eligible patients. This includes all medications and equipment related to the terminal diagnosis. So, you can focus on being a daughter, son, or spouse instead of a caregiver. Having this support system in place changes the entire experience for the better.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
It is normal to feel overwhelmed when picking a provider for your loved one. But asking the right questions can help you feel more confident in your choice. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an urgent need comes up at night. You should also ask how they handle pain management and if they have a specific philosophy for comfort. Another good question is how they support the family emotionally during and after the passing of a loved one. Ask about their volunteer program and how often they check in on patients. These answers will tell you a lot about how they prioritize the patient's daily experience. Take your time to get the answers you need. You deserve to feel supported and informed every step of the way. Trust your gut during these conversations with their staff.
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