SUMMIT VIEW HOSPICE, LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 800 S MEADOWS PKWY, STE 200
RENO, NV 89521 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 29, 2013
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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) | 2 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
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 SUMMIT VIEW HOSPICE, LLC 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 SUMMIT VIEW HOSPICE, LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
18.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 92nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
27
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 day18.7 min
Ranks better than about 92% 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 weekends13.5%
Ranks better than about 85% 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 life87.2%
Ranks better than about 24% 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 visits59.1%
Ranks better than about 41% 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 care8.8%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 months38.2%
Ranks better than about 46% 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 care20.6%
Ranks better than about 6% 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 hospice5.9%
Ranks better than about 7% 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$20,242 · 62nd 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 63.9% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99%
- Pain assessment85.7%
- Breathing difficulty screening99%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.4%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed94.8%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life63.9%
- All care steps completed83.3%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer16%
- Heart and circulatory disease18%
- Stroke51%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Summit View Hospice in Reno
Summit View Hospice, LLC provides end-of-life support to families throughout Reno, Nevada. Located on South Meadows Parkway, they offer care focused on comfort and dignity for patients facing serious illness. Their team works in the Washoe County area to ensure that patients stay as peaceful as possible. Choosing a provider is a deeply personal step. You want a team that listens well and acts fast. That is exactly what this local group aims to do for their neighbors. They manage symptoms so families can spend more time on meaningful moments together. Hospice care is not about giving up. It is about making the most of every single day. This team understands that balance perfectly.
About Summit View Hospice, LLC
Summit View Hospice operates as a for-profit organization. They first received their Medicare certification on August 29, 2013. That gives them over a decade of experience serving the Reno community. Most families find comfort knowing a provider has been around for many years. It shows they have steady processes in place. The thing is, for-profit status does not change the core mission of hospice care. Every Medicare-certified hospice must follow strict federal rules to keep their license. This keeps the quality of care high across the board. You should always feel free to ask them about their specific experience with your loved one's condition. They are there to answer your questions and guide you through the paperwork. It is a big job, but they have the history to handle it well.
Quality of Care
Understanding Hospice Care in Reno
Reno has several hospice options, but finding the right fit for your family is what matters most. Many people wait too long to start hospice care. They think it is only for the very last days of life. Actually, Medicare covers hospice for people with a life expectancy of six months or less. This means you can get help with pain and emotional support for much longer than you might think. And that is a game changer for many local families. When you choose a provider in Washoe County, you want someone who knows the local resources. They should be able to coordinate with your current doctors easily. It makes the transition much smoother for everyone involved. Don't be afraid to reach out early to learn how they can help you manage the journey ahead.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have a lot on your mind right now. Asking the right questions can help clear the fog. Start by asking how quickly they can send a nurse to your home after a call. You also need to know how they handle pain management during the night or on weekends. It is vital to have support 24/7. Ask them what happens if your loved one needs to go to a hospital for a short time. You should also ask how they support the family's emotional and spiritual needs. Do they offer volunteers to sit with your loved one? These small touches make a massive difference. Write these questions down before you call. It helps you stay focused when emotions run high.
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