LIFESPRING HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 2411 SPRINGER DRIVE
NORMAN, OK 73069 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- December 21, 2007
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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 August 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) | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 5 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 10 |
25
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 LIFESPRING HOSPICE 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
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- 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 LIFESPRING HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
17 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 87th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
79
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 min
Ranks better than about 87% 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 weekends4.9%
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 life97.8%
Ranks better than about 85% 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 visits24.5%
Ranks better than about 85% 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 care2.8%
Ranks better than about 74% 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 months37.9%
Ranks better than about 47% 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 care14.5%
Ranks better than about 18% 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 hospice3.4%
Ranks better than about 21% 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$16,706 · 43rd 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 34.3% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment94.8%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.4%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.0%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.4%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids87.5%
- Visits in the last days of life34.3%
- All care steps completed93.4%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer17%
- Dementia36%
- Heart and circulatory disease23%
- Lung and respiratory disease8%
- Stroke4%
- Other conditions13%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Lifespring Hospice in Norman
Lifespring Hospice serves families across Cleveland County from their home base on Springer Drive. This freestanding provider offers care for patients who need comfort and support near the end of life. They have been a Medicare certified hospice agency since late 2007. Their team works to meet the needs of each patient in the Norman area. Getting the right support matters for your loved one. This agency is a for-profit group that helps families manage health goals in a home setting. They bring services directly to you. That is how they help keep patients comfortable and surrounded by familiar things. You can reach their local office by calling their main phone number to discuss your specific care needs at any time.
About Lifespring Hospice
Lifespring Hospice operates as a for-profit provider in Oklahoma. They earned their Medicare certification in December of 2007. Being certified means the agency follows federal rules for safety and care quality. Families should know that this agency is a freestanding hospice. This means they focus only on hospice services rather than being part of a larger hospital system. They have a team of 25 staff members ready to assist. This group includes eight registered nurses and five licensed practical nurses. They also have one physician and ten volunteers on their staff roster. These roles allow them to provide care that covers medical needs and emotional support. You should ask about how these staff members work together to support your family. Understanding the team structure helps you feel more prepared for the care process. It is a simple way to get clear answers about daily operations.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in Norman?
Hospice care in Norman focuses on keeping patients comfortable in their own homes. Most families receive visits from a team of professionals who handle pain and symptom relief. You can expect regular check-ins from registered nurses and practical nurses. They monitor your loved one to make sure they feel as good as possible every day. The care plan includes help from a physician and volunteers who provide extra companionship. This local team approach keeps everyone on the same page. It also ensures that help is available when symptoms change or become hard to manage. Hospice is not about giving up on care. It is about shifting the focus to quality of life for the patient. You can talk to the staff about how they coordinate with your primary doctor. They want to make sure your family feels supported during each step of the process.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right hospice agency is a big step for your family. You should feel comfortable asking direct questions to each provider you talk with. Start by asking how many nurses will be assigned to your loved one. Find out how the team handles urgent medical needs during the night or on weekends. It is good to ask how they work with your family to create a personalized care plan. You should also ask how often volunteers visit and what tasks they perform. Finally, ask for examples of how they support family members during the grieving process. These questions will help you understand if the agency fits your specific needs. Take your time to get the facts you need. Clear answers will help you make a choice that gives your family peace of mind.
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Your loved one has a lifetime of memories. Recording their stories is a special way to keep those moments alive for future generations to enjoy.
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