ACG HOSPICE III
Provider Information
- Address
- 814 W. 3RD STREET
ELK CITY, OK 73644 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 16, 2014
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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) | 18 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 11 |
| Volunteers | 6 |
80
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 ACG HOSPICE III 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 ACG HOSPICE III compares to hospices nationwide.
17.2 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 88th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
151
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 day17.2 min
Ranks better than about 88% 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 weekends5.4%
Ranks better than about 19% 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 life95.4%
Ranks better than about 64% 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 visits7.9%
Ranks better than about 97% 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 care5.2%
Ranks better than about 59% 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 months49.3%
Ranks better than about 20% 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 care11.4%
Ranks better than about 29% 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 hospice1.4%
Ranks better than about 45% 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$18,603 · 54th 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 46% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening85.8%
- Pain assessment86.7%
- Breathing difficulty screening98.2%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.1%
- Treatment preferences discussed97.4%
- Beliefs and values discussed96.8%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids97.6%
- Visits in the last days of life46%
- All care steps completed79.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer16%
- Dementia32%
- Heart and circulatory disease13%
- Lung and respiratory disease12%
- Stroke5%
- Other conditions23%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
ACG Hospice III
ACG Hospice III provides end of life care for patients in Elk City, Oklahoma. This freestanding hospice serves the local community with a team of eighty staff members. They have been certified by Medicare since 2014. The team includes eighteen registered nurses and eleven licensed practical nurses. They also work with six volunteers to support their patients. Accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care shows that they meet high standards for safety and service. This provider holds strong quality ratings from federal health officials. Their care plans focus on comfort during a difficult time. You can find them at 814 W. 3rd Street. They work to meet the needs of families in this region every single day.
About ACG Hospice III
ACG Hospice III operates as a for-profit hospice provider. Being a for-profit entity means they report to shareholders while following federal rules for Medicare certification. They earned accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group acts as a third party that checks if the hospice follows best practices. They look at clinical records and safety protocols. It is a rigorous process. Most families feel better knowing an outside group reviewed the operations. The organization has maintained its certification for a decade. This longevity suggests they are familiar with the rules and local expectations. You should ask how their for-profit model affects their daily care routines. They have a large staff of eighty people. This allows them to manage patient needs with a clear plan. Understanding their structure helps you know who to call for help.
Quality Overview
What Is Hospice Care Like in ELK CITY?
Hospice care in Elk City focuses on managing pain and keeping patients comfortable at home. Many families choose this option when a cure is no longer the main goal. The care happens wherever the patient lives. This could be a house or a care facility. ACG Hospice III brings a team to the patient. With eighteen registered nurses and eleven licensed practical nurses on staff, they have enough people to cover complex medical needs. The team manages medications and monitors symptoms. They also have six volunteers who provide companionship. This extra support makes a big difference for the family. Hospice is about quality of life. It is about being present with loved ones. The staff works hard to lower stress for everyone involved. They are there to listen and help you make hard choices with confidence.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Talking to a provider helps you decide if they fit your family. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can arrive if a sudden problem happens at night. You should also ask how they manage pain and other symptoms. Ask about the role of their volunteers and how they help the family members. Another good question is how they handle the transition when a patient needs more care than the home can provide. Ask about their backup plans for emergencies. Do they have a plan for weekends or holidays? You want to know that someone is always available to answer your call. Write down the answers to compare them later. These questions help you see if their values match what you need right now. Take your time with these talks.
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