COMFORTING HANDS HOSPICE OF GROVE
Provider Information
- Address
- 1015 SOUTH MAIN STREET
GROVE, OK 74344 - Ownership Type
- Other
- Medicare Certified Since
- November 10, 2021
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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 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
6
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 GROVE 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how COMFORTING HANDS HOSPICE OF GROVE compares to hospices nationwide.
16 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 82nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
38
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 day16 min
Ranks better than about 82% 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 weekends4%
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 life97.2%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 visits20.3%
Ranks better than about 89% 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 care8.9%
Ranks better than about 33% 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 months41.1%
Ranks better than about 38% 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 care25%
Ranks better than about 2% 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 hospice1.8%
Ranks better than about 40% 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$21,819 · 70th 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 45.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.6%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life45.7%
- All care steps completed97.9%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer11%
- Dementia13%
- Heart and circulatory disease27%
- Lung and respiratory disease25%
- Other conditions20%
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 Grove
Comforting Hands Hospice of Grove provides end of life care for residents in Delaware County. The team works from their office on South Main Street. They earned Medicare certification in late 2021. The hospice holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group reviews care standards to ensure they meet high benchmarks. Families in Grove can count on this freestanding hospice for their medical needs. It is a local choice for those needing support at home.
About Comforting Hands Hospice of Grove
This provider operates as an independent, freestanding hospice. They are not part of a larger hospital system. They have been certified by Medicare since 2021. Their ACHC accreditation shows they follow strict quality rules. The commission checks their processes to keep patients safe. This third party review helps prove that the agency meets high care standards. Families should know that this team has a small staff of six people. This includes one registered nurse and one licensed practical nurse. They also have a physician on their roster. Every person on the team plays a role in daily care. You can ask them how their team works together to help you. It is a good idea to check if their schedule matches your needs.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Grove?
Hospice care in Grove focuses on comfort and pain relief for the patient. The team visits the patient wherever they call home. This might be a private house or an assisted living center. The staff size here is small. They employ six people total to handle patient needs. This includes one registered nurse and one licensed practical nurse who handle medical tasks. A physician also serves the agency to guide clinical decisions. They do not currently use volunteers. The goal is to keep the patient calm and supported in their own space. Care plans change based on how the patient feels each day. Nurses and doctors work to keep symptoms in check. They aim to help the family understand what to expect. That is the main job of the hospice team.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should talk to a few providers before you decide. Start by asking how they handle pain management on weekends or nights. It is good to know who you will call when an issue happens. Ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if you need help. You should also ask about their team size. Knowing who will visit helps you feel ready. Ask how they communicate with the patient's main doctor. Good coordination makes care much easier for everyone involved. Ask them to explain their experience with your specific health needs. You deserve clear answers about how they plan to help. Take notes during the meeting so you can compare your options later.
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