A-VOW HOSPICE, INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 2400 N HEMLOCK CIRCLE
BROKEN ARROW, OK 74012 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 3, 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) | 3 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
17
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 A-VOW HOSPICE, INC 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 A-VOW HOSPICE, INC 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.
39
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 weekends5%
Ranks better than about 15% 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 life95.8%
Ranks better than about 68% 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 visits41.7%
Ranks better than about 65% 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 care6.7%
Ranks better than about 47% 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 months31.1%
Ranks better than about 66% 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 care17.8%
Ranks better than about 10% 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 hospice4.4%
Ranks better than about 14% 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$14,033 · 28th 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 30.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.2%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.2%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life30.4%
- All care steps completed98.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer8%
- Dementia26%
- Heart and circulatory disease35%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Other conditions15%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Compassionate Care at A-VOW HOSPICE, INC
A-VOW HOSPICE, INC is a hospice care provider located in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. They serve families in the Tulsa area who need end-of-life support. The team focuses on comfort and dignity for patients during this difficult time. They offer professional care to help manage pain and emotional needs. Their goal is to improve the quality of life for every person they serve. Families in Broken Arrow can rely on their local expertise for hospice services. The provider is committed to supporting patients and their loved ones with kindness and care.
About A-VOW HOSPICE, INC
A-VOW HOSPICE, INC is a for-profit hospice provider. They have been Medicare certified since June 3, 2009. This long history shows their dedication to meeting federal standards for hospice care. When you choose a provider, you want to know they are reliable. Being certified means they follow strict rules for safety and care quality. For families, this history offers peace of mind. It shows the team has experience in the Broken Arrow community. You can feel confident that they understand how to meet the needs of those they serve. They focus on providing steady and professional care throughout the hospice journey.
High Quality Ratings
Understanding Hospice Care in BROKEN ARROW
Hospice care is a special type of support for people with a serious illness. It focuses on comfort rather than a cure. In Broken Arrow, families have access to skilled teams who visit patients at home. These teams include nurses, aides, and social workers. They work together to manage pain and other symptoms. The goal is to help the patient live as fully as possible. Hospice also provides support to the family members. They offer help with emotional struggles and planning for the future. Choosing hospice in your own community helps keep patients near their homes and friends. It is a choice to focus on quality time together.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right hospice team is a very big decision. You should feel comfortable with the people who will care for your loved one. Here are some questions to ask during your search:
- How quickly can a nurse or doctor respond if we have an emergency at night?
- What specific services do you offer to support family caregivers at home?
- How does your team involve the patient in decisions about their own daily care?
- Can you tell me how you handle pain and symptom management for your patients?
Asking these questions helps you understand the provider better. Do not be afraid to ask for more details. The right team will be happy to explain how they can help your family.
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