SHEPHERD HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE, LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 525 S 30TH STREET
CLINTON, OK 73601 - Ownership Type
- Other
- Medicare Certified Since
- October 12, 2010
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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 | 2 |
| Volunteers | 9 |
13
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 SHEPHERD HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE, LLC 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
- General inpatient care (for pain or symptoms that cannot be managed elsewhere)
- 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 SHEPHERD HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE, LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
13.2 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 60th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
37
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 day13.2 min
Ranks better than about 60% 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 weekends8.5%
Ranks better than about 57% 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 life98.1%
Ranks better than about 87% 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 visits3.1%
Ranks better than about 99% 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 care6.8%
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 months35.6%
Ranks better than about 53% 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 care8.5%
Ranks better than about 43% 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 hospice5.1%
Ranks better than about 11% 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)67th 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$18,435 · 53rd 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 21.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening97.8%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment67.2%
- Treatment preferences discussed97.8%
- Beliefs and values discussed82.4%
- Visits in the last days of life21.7%
- All care steps completed58.2%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer21%
- Dementia15%
- Heart and circulatory disease27%
- Lung and respiratory disease15%
- Other conditions21%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
SHEPHERD HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE, LLC
Shepherd Home Health & Hospice, LLC serves residents in Clinton, Oklahoma. This freestanding hospice provider offers care for patients and their families within Custer County. They have earned accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care, also known as ACHC. This status shows they meet high standards for their services. They have been certified by Medicare since 2010. Their team works hard to provide support to those who need it most. They focus on quality care during difficult times. That is their main goal.
About SHEPHERD HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE, LLC
This provider operates as a freestanding hospice under an other ownership structure. They have remained Medicare certified for over a decade. Accreditation from the ACHC matters for your family. This group checks providers to ensure they follow strict rules for safety and care. They look at how the team interacts with patients. They also check clinical records to confirm everything is done right. A provider with this seal of approval has proven they meet national benchmarks. You can feel better knowing an outside group has reviewed their work. Most people do not know how much work goes into this process. It takes time and effort to maintain these standards every single year. Their team consists of 13 employees who manage daily care. They include nurses, doctors, and volunteers who offer their time to help local families. It is a group effort to keep things running well.
High Quality Standards
What Is Hospice Care Like in CLINTON?
Hospice care in Clinton focuses on keeping patients comfortable in their own homes. The team works to manage pain and provide emotional support for the whole family. At this specific provider, the staff includes three registered nurses and three licensed practical nurses. Two doctors are available to oversee medical needs. They also have nine volunteers who help with daily tasks and companionship. Having a mix of medical staff and volunteers creates a circle of support. This setup allows nurses to handle technical health tasks while others provide social or spiritual comfort. The goal is to make every day as peaceful as possible. Families often find that having this team present reduces the stress of caregiving. They know someone is watching over their loved one. That provides peace of mind for everyone involved in the process.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel confident before you make a choice. It helps to ask direct questions about how the team will help you. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can reach your home if an emergency happens at night. You should also ask how often a nurse will visit your loved one during the week. Find out what specific tasks the volunteers can help with during their visits. Ask how they handle pain medication and if they work with your current doctor. It is okay to ask about their experience with your specific health needs. You want to know that they have a plan for your unique situation. Remember that you are the one in charge of this decision. Take your time to get the answers you need to feel ready. Good providers will be happy to answer all your questions clearly.
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