COMFORTING HANDS HOSPICE OF SOUTHWEST OKLAHOMA, LL
Provider Information
- Address
- 2029 W ELK AVE
DUNCAN, OK 73533 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- January 27, 2020
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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) | 1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
10
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 COMFORTING HANDS HOSPICE OF SOUTHWEST OKLAHOMA, LL 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 COMFORTING HANDS HOSPICE OF SOUTHWEST OKLAHOMA, LL compares to hospices nationwide.
14.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 74th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
18
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 day14.7 min
Ranks better than about 74% 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 weekends3.9%
Ranks better than about 8% 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 life98.8%
Ranks better than about 90% 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 visits8.5%
Ranks better than about 96% 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 months32%
Ranks better than about 63% 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 care28%
Ranks better than about 1% 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%
Ranks better than about 16% 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$14,192 · 29th 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 21.1% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment96.6%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed81.4%
- Visits in the last days of life21.1%
- All care steps completed81.4%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer19%
- Heart and circulatory disease18%
- Other conditions36%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Comforting Hands Hospice of Southwest Oklahoma
Comforting Hands Hospice of Southwest Oklahoma serves the Duncan community from their office on West Elk Avenue. This hospice provides end of life care for patients in Stephens County. They have been certified by Medicare since early 2020. This provider holds accreditation from the Joint Commission, which shows they meet high standards for safety and patient care. They offer support for families looking for professional hospice services in Oklahoma. That is a significant commitment to quality. Their team works to provide comfort during difficult times for local residents.
About COMFORTING HANDS HOSPICE OF SOUTHWEST OKLAHOMA, LL
This provider operates as a for-profit organization. They maintain a lean team of ten employees to manage their daily operations. This group includes a physician, a registered nurse, and a licensed practical nurse. The Joint Commission accreditation is a high bar for any hospice agency. It means an outside group checked their work against national safety rules. They look at how the team handles medications and patient records. This process helps ensure that the care provided is safe and consistent. Families should know that this agency has a history of meeting federal requirements. Being certified since 2020 means they have served the area for several years. You can feel better knowing they have passed these reviews. It shows they take their work seriously every single day.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in DUNCAN?
Hospice care in Duncan focuses on keeping patients comfortable when they are facing a terminal illness. The team works to manage pain and other symptoms at home. Staff members visit you to help with medical needs and personal care. The hospice team in this office includes one physician, one registered nurse, and one licensed practical nurse. This small team provides direct attention to each patient they serve. They coordinate with your doctor to make sure your care plan is followed. Local hospice services also provide emotional support for the whole family. They help you understand what to expect as the illness progresses. You get the benefit of professional care in your own home. That is a real comfort for many people in Stephens County. The goal is to improve the quality of each day.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice provider is a big decision for your family. You should feel comfortable with the people who will enter your home. Start by asking how quickly they can respond to an urgent call at night. Ask how many staff members live near your home for quick visits. You should also ask about the specific types of support they offer for grieving family members. Ask how the team handles pain medication management during the weekends. Find out how often the nurse will visit the patient. It helps to understand how they talk to your regular doctor. You want to know that everyone is on the same page. Write these questions down before you call them. Getting clear answers will help you make the right choice for your loved one.
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