LEGACY HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 3610 BOSQUE PLAZA LANE NW
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87120 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- July 17, 2014
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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) | 9 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
39
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 LEGACY 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
- Supplied directly by this hospice
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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how LEGACY HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
9.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 18th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
99
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 day9.3 min
Ranks better than about 18% 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 weekends4%
Ranks better than about 8% 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 life92.5%
Ranks better than about 43% 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 visits50.7%
Ranks better than about 53% 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%
Ranks better than about 45% 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 months35.2%
Ranks better than about 54% 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 care22.5%
Ranks better than about 4% 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 hospice2.8%
Ranks better than about 28% 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$21,266 · 67th 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 56.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening81.9%
- Pain assessment74.4%
- Breathing difficulty screening91.2%
- Breathing difficulty treatment89.9%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.2%
- Beliefs and values discussed85.9%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids76.3%
- Visits in the last days of life65.2%
- All care steps completed56.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer13%
- Dementia20%
- Heart and circulatory disease21%
- Lung and respiratory disease15%
- Stroke5%
- Other conditions34%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Providing Compassionate Care in Albuquerque
Legacy Hospice serves families throughout Albuquerque, New Mexico. They offer end-of-life care focused on comfort and dignity. Their team works out of their office on Bosque Plaza Lane NW. They help patients manage pain so they can spend quality time with loved ones. It is a local option for those living in Bernalillo County who need supportive care. Choosing the right hospice is a big decision for any family. This provider has been serving the community for over a decade. They aim to make the final months of life as peaceful as possible. That is their main goal every single day. If you live in the 87120 area, they are a nearby resource for your care needs.
About Legacy Hospice
Legacy Hospice is a for-profit provider that earned Medicare certification on July 17, 2014. They have been meeting federal standards for nearly ten years now. Being for-profit means they operate under a specific business model. But that does not change the heart of the care they provide to patients. Families should know that Medicare covers their services for those who qualify. You can reach their office directly at (505) 338-3702 to ask questions. The thing is, every hospice has its own way of doing things. You should always call them to see if they fit your family's specific needs. They have built a history of service in the Albuquerque area over the last decade. It is helpful to understand their background before you make any final choices.
Understanding Hospice Care in Albuquerque
Hospice care in Albuquerque is about more than just medicine. It is about surrounding the patient with a team that cares. Most people do not realize that hospice can happen at home, in a nursing facility, or at a hospital. The goal is to keep the patient in a place they feel safe. Bernalillo County has several options for families to consider during this transition. The truth is, all hospice teams provide nurses, aides, and social workers. They also offer spiritual support and grief counseling for the whole family. You are not alone in this journey. Many families find peace once they bring a team on board. It takes the weight of medical care off your shoulders. So you can go back to being a son, daughter, or spouse rather than a caregiver.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You need to feel good about your choice. Start by asking how quickly they can respond to an emergency call at night. This is a big deal. You also want to know how often a nurse will visit your home. Ask them how they help manage difficult pain or breathing issues. It is also smart to ask if they have volunteers who can sit with your loved one. Here is a simple list to get you started:
- How do you handle pain management during the night?
- How many nurses will be assigned to our specific case?
- What support do you offer to family members after a loss?
- Can we meet the team before we sign the paperwork?
The answers to these questions will tell you a lot about their approach. Trust your gut feeling after you talk to them.
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