VIALIFE HOSPICE LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 100 S ROWE ST.
PRYOR, OK 74361 - Ownership Type
- Other
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 22, 2019
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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) | 2 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 2 |
7
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 VIALIFE HOSPICE LLC reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
An older Medicare record for this hospice lists short-term inpatient care as “not provided.” That code may be out of date. Medicare requires certified hospices to make inpatient care available for symptom management and caregiver respite. Ask this hospice how it arranges a bed if symptoms become hard to manage at home.
Reported by this hospice to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services when it was certified in 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how VIALIFE HOSPICE LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
10.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 29th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
64
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 day10.4 min
Ranks better than about 29% 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 life100%
Ranks better than about 99% 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 visits39.7%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 care5.4%
Ranks better than about 57% 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 months39.8%
Ranks better than about 42% 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 care18.3%
Ranks better than about 9% 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 hospice2.2%
Ranks better than about 35% 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$15,405 · 36th 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 66.5% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.3%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids85.7%
- Visits in the last days of life66.5%
- All care steps completed95%
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%
- Dementia21%
- Heart and circulatory disease25%
- Lung and respiratory disease14%
- Stroke6%
- Other conditions16%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
VIALIFE HOSPICE LLC
VIALIFE HOSPICE LLC serves the Pryor area from their office on South Rowe Street. This hospice provider has offered end of life care since May 2019. They hold accreditation from CHAP, which means an independent group checked their work against national standards. This status shows a commitment to meeting strict rules for health and safety. The team focuses on comfort for patients and their loved ones in Mayes County. They aim to provide support when it matters most. It is a local choice for families seeking professional hospice care in Oklahoma. People often look for this kind of certification when they compare options nearby.
About VIALIFE HOSPICE LLC
This provider operates under an other ownership structure. They have been certified by Medicare for several years now. Accreditation from CHAP is a key detail for your search. This group acts as a third party auditor to verify that the hospice meets high quality benchmarks. They visit the office to watch how the staff works. The process covers everything from patient rights to how they handle medical records. When a provider earns this status, they show they want to keep their standards high. Families should know that this oversight helps keep care consistent. You can feel better knowing they have passed these outside checks. It is a mark of professional accountability. The staff includes two registered nurses and two physicians who manage the medical side of care. They also have two volunteers who assist with patient comfort and companionship. This small team works together to meet the needs of those they serve in the community.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in PRYOR?
Hospice care in Pryor focuses on the comfort of the patient rather than finding a cure. The goal is to manage pain and provide emotional support for the family. In this area, you will find teams that work in homes and care facilities. VIALIFE HOSPICE LLC uses a small staff to offer these services. They have seven total employees on the team. Two registered nurses lead the medical care plans. Two physicians oversee the clinical decisions to ensure safety. Two volunteers help provide extra time and attention to patients. That is a small but dedicated group. The team visits you where you live. They bring supplies and equipment to make the home comfortable. You can expect regular check-ins from the nurses. They coordinate with your doctor to make sure everyone is on the same page. Having a local team helps because they know the area well. It makes communication easier during a hard time.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team is a big decision for any family. You should feel free to ask questions until you understand the answers. Start by asking how the nurses will handle pain management at home. You should also ask how often the staff will visit your loved one. It is good to know who you can call after business hours or on the weekend. Another good question is how they include volunteers in the daily care plan. Ask if the provider has experience with the specific health condition of your family member. You might ask how they handle changes in the patient condition over time. Do not be afraid to ask about their emergency response plan. A good provider will be happy to answer these things. They want you to feel comfortable with the choice you make. Take your time to get the information you need before you decide on a plan.
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