TUCUMCARI HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 301 E MIEL DE LUNA AVE
TUCUMCARI, NM 88401 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 12, 2012
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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) | 4 |
| Physicians | 1 |
8
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 TUCUMCARI 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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how TUCUMCARI HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
16.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 85th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
5
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 day16.5 min
Ranks better than about 85% 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 weekends4.8%
Ranks better than about 14% 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 life91.3%
Ranks better than about 37% 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 visits39.3%
Ranks better than about 68% 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$9,984 · 10th 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 61.5% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening94.4%
- Pain assessment88.9%
- Breathing difficulty screening97.2%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life61.5%
- All care steps completed86.1%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer32%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Supportive Care in Tucumcari
Tucumcari Hospice offers end-of-life care for families living in Quay County, New Mexico. They focus on comfort, pain management, and emotional support for patients facing a terminal illness. Their team works right in your community to ensure that your loved one stays as comfortable as possible. The thing is, choosing the right hospice is a deeply personal decision. You want a team that feels like family during a very hard time. This provider has been serving the area for over a decade, providing consistent care for those who need it most. By focusing on dignity and quality of life, they aim to help patients spend their final days in familiar surroundings. It is all about making sure the patient feels seen and heard when they need it most. That matters more than anything else.
About TUCUMCARI HOSPICE
TUCUMCARI HOSPICE operates as a non-profit organization. This is a big deal because it means their focus stays on patient needs rather than profits. They have been Medicare-certified since April 12, 2012. That is over twelve years of experience in the hospice field. When you look for a provider, checking how long they have been around helps you understand their stability. Being a non-profit often means they reinvest extra funds back into their programs and staff training. You should know that they are located at 301 E Miel De Luna Ave in Tucumcari. What most people don't realize is that non-profit hospices are held to the same high standards as any other provider. You can trust that they have the systems in place to manage complex care needs. They are ready to help your family navigate these difficult moments with care and professional expertise.
Understanding Hospice Care in TUCUMCARI
Living in a place like Quay County means you deserve access to quality care close to home. Hospice is not just about the end of life. It is about living the rest of your life as well as you can. The team comes to the patient wherever they call home. This could be a private house, an assisted living facility, or a nursing home. And that is a huge relief for families who are already juggling so much. The goal is to manage symptoms like pain or trouble breathing. They also provide equipment and medicines related to the illness. On the flip side, they offer spiritual and social support for the whole family. You are never doing this alone. Local providers understand the unique needs of the community. They know how to connect families with the right resources. It is all about making the journey a little bit easier for everyone involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team is a big step. You should feel comfortable asking questions before you sign anything. Start by asking how quickly they can respond when an emergency happens at night or on a weekend. You also want to know who will be on the care team. Ask how often a nurse will visit the home to check on your loved one. Here is another good one: ask how they handle pain and other symptoms that might change fast. It is also smart to ask if they have volunteers who can sit with the patient. This gives primary caregivers a much-needed break for a few hours. And don't be afraid to ask about their experience with specific illnesses. You deserve to know that they have the right skills for your situation. Trust your gut feeling when you talk to them. The right team will make you feel heard and respected.
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