LAKEVIEW CHRISTIAN HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 1300 NORTH CANAL STREET
CARLSBAD, NM 88220 - Ownership Type
- Other
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 18, 2000
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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) | 6 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 3 |
15
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 LAKEVIEW CHRISTIAN 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
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how LAKEVIEW CHRISTIAN HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
15.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 79th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
17
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 day15.4 min
Ranks better than about 79% 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 weekends11.3%
Ranks better than about 77% 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 life100%
Ranks better than about 99% 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 visits25.4%
Ranks better than about 84% 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 months50%
Ranks better than about 17% 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 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$19,754 · 59th 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 97.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life98.6%
- All care steps completed97.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia37%
- Heart and circulatory disease35%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Compassionate Care in Carlsbad
Lakeview Christian Hospice serves families in Carlsbad, New Mexico. They focus on comfort, dignity, and support during life's most difficult chapters. Their team works right in the heart of Eddy County to provide expert medical and emotional care. The goal is simple. They want to help patients live their final days with as much peace as possible. Families often find comfort knowing they have a local partner nearby. That’s a big deal when you are managing a loved one’s health at home.
About Lakeview Christian Hospice
This provider operates as a non-profit organization. That means they put their mission and their patients first. They have been Medicare-certified since April 18, 2000. That is over two decades of experience serving the community. You can find them at 1300 North Canal Street in Carlsbad. Choosing a hospice is a big decision for any family. You need to know that the team values your loved one’s wishes above all else. Because they are a non-profit, their focus stays on the quality of care rather than a bottom line. That is a common reason families look for non-profit providers. You can reach their team at (575) 887-0933 to learn more about their specific approach to end-of-life support.
Quality Care Rating
Understanding Hospice Care in Carlsbad
Hospice is not about giving up. It is about choosing a different kind of care. In Carlsbad, the focus is on managing pain and symptoms so a person can spend time with family. Most care happens right where the patient lives. That could be a private home or a care facility. The team includes nurses, doctors, and social workers. They all work together to support the patient and the family. What most people don't realize is that hospice care is a team effort. You are not meant to do this alone. And the best part is that Medicare covers these services for eligible patients. So, you can focus on making memories instead of worrying about the medical bills.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel empowered to ask tough questions. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can reach your home in an emergency. This is a common worry for many families. Ask how they handle pain management during the night or on weekends. You also want to know how they support the family after a loss. It helps to ask about their specific experience with your loved one’s condition. Do they have special training for that? And finally, ask how they keep you informed about changes in care. You deserve clear, honest answers every step of the way. Do not be afraid to speak up. A good provider will welcome your questions and provide the clarity you need to feel confident in your choice.
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