REFUGE CARE HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 306 N MAIN, SUITE E
BRISTOW, OK 74010 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- October 13, 2009
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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) | 3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 5 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
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 REFUGE CARE 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
- 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how REFUGE CARE HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
7.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 6th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
16
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
Medicare reports this hospice billed for routine home care only from January 2022 through December 2024. Hospices can also provide continuous home care, inpatient care, and respite care when symptoms are harder to manage. There can be good reasons for this. Ask the provider how they handle a crisis at home.
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 day7.4 min
Ranks better than about 6% 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 weekends5.5%
Ranks better than about 20% 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 life88.7%
Ranks better than about 27% 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 visits74.6%
Ranks better than about 20% 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 months57.1%
Ranks better than about 9% 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 care7.1%
Ranks better than about 50% 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$15,107 · 34th 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 19% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening98.1%
- Pain assessment88%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment94.2%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed97.2%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids97.1%
- Visits in the last days of life19%
- All care steps completed82.1%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer16%
- Dementia38%
- Heart and circulatory disease18%
- Lung and respiratory disease19%
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 Bristow
Scissortail Hospice offers end-of-life support to people living in Bristow, Oklahoma. Their team works in the Creek County area to bring comfort and dignity home. They focus on pain management and emotional support for both patients and their loved ones. Choosing hospice care is a big decision for any family. It is about shifting focus from curing an illness to improving the quality of each day. This team provides the skilled care needed to make that happen. They bring medical staff, social workers, and volunteers directly to your door. The goal is simple. They want to help your family find peace during a very difficult time. Whether you need help with daily tasks or complex medical care, they are ready to step in and serve your community.
About Scissortail Hospice
Scissortail Hospice operates as a for-profit provider in Oklahoma. They have been Medicare certified since October 13, 2009. That is over a decade of service to the Bristow area. Being Medicare certified means they meet strict federal rules for safety and care. Most families do not know what for-profit means, but it is standard for many hospice agencies today. It simply describes how the business is set up. The most important part for you is the care they provide. They have built a track record in Creek County over many years. When looking for a provider, history matters. It shows they have stayed committed to their standards for a long time. You can feel confident that they understand the rules of care. They know how to work with Medicare to make sure your loved one gets the benefits they deserve.
Understanding Hospice Care in Bristow
Living in a smaller city like Bristow means you want local care. You need a team that knows the roads and the people. Hospice care is not just about a building. It is a service that comes to you. Many people assume you must go to a hospital. That is not true. In fact, most people prefer to stay in their own beds. This is where Scissortail Hospice shines. They bring the expertise of a medical team into your living room. The thing is, hospice is a team sport. It takes nurses, doctors, and spiritual counselors working together. They handle the heavy lifting so you can just be a daughter, a son, or a spouse. You get to spend time holding hands instead of managing meds. That is the real value of local hospice care.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have choices, and that can feel overwhelming. Ask questions to find the right fit for your family. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. You need to know that help is just a phone call away. Second, ask how they handle pain management. Every person is different, so they should have a clear plan for your loved one. Third, ask how they support the family after a loss. Grief is hard, and you should not have to walk that path alone. Finally, ask what their volunteers do. They can help with groceries or just sit with your loved one while you rest. Write these down. Take them to your meeting. You are the expert on your family, and these answers will help you decide.
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