CHOICE HEALTH AT HOME - SAPULPA TULSA HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 8010 S 101ST EAST AVENUE, SUITE 200
TULSA, OK 74133 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 18, 2016
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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) | 4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 2 |
13
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 CHOICE HEALTH AT HOME - SAPULPA TULSA 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
- 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how CHOICE HEALTH AT HOME - SAPULPA TULSA HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
11.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 40th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
45
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 day11.4 min
Ranks better than about 40% 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 weekends5.8%
Ranks better than about 24% 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 life90.3%
Ranks better than about 32% 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 visits50.4%
Ranks better than about 54% 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 care5.8%
Ranks better than about 55% 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 months47.5%
Ranks better than about 23% 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 care15.8%
Ranks better than about 14% 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 hospice4.2%
Ranks better than about 15% 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$16,146 · 40th 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 57% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening83.6%
- Pain assessment96.7%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment85.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.3%
- Beliefs and values discussed82.1%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids92.8%
- Visits in the last days of life57%
- All care steps completed63.4%
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%
- Dementia16%
- Heart and circulatory disease21%
- Lung and respiratory disease13%
- Stroke11%
- Other conditions22%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Supportive Hospice Care in Tulsa
Choice Health at Home - Sapulpa Tulsa Hospice provides compassionate end-of-life care for residents in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Their team focuses on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients facing a life-limiting illness. They serve families throughout the Tulsa area from their office on South 101st East Avenue. The goal is simple: to help your loved one stay comfortable while surrounded by the people they care about most. Whether at home or in a facility, this team works to manage pain and provide emotional support for the whole family. It is a tough time, but having the right team makes a real difference.
About Choice Health at Home - Sapulpa Tulsa Hospice
This provider has been Medicare certified since March 18, 2016. As a for-profit hospice agency, they operate with a clear focus on meeting specific regulatory standards set by Medicare. That is a long history of serving the local community. Families should know that being Medicare certified means the agency follows strict federal rules for safety and care. You can find them at 8010 S 101st East Avenue, Suite 200. The thing is, choosing a provider is a deeply personal decision. You want a team that is not just qualified, but also kind. They have been in the Tulsa area for years, building a foundation of experience that many families rely on during their most vulnerable moments. It is helpful to know they have been vetted by federal standards for nearly a decade.
Top-Tier Quality of Care
Understanding Hospice Care in Tulsa
Tulsa has several options for hospice care, but finding the right fit for your family matters most. Hospice is not just about medical care. It is about living each day as fully as possible. In this area, hospice teams usually include nurses, aides, chaplains, and social workers. They visit you wherever you call home. And the best part is that Medicare covers these services for eligible patients. You do not have to walk this path alone. Many families in Oklahoma find peace of mind once they connect with a team that listens to their specific needs. It is about creating a plan that honors your loved one's wishes. So, take your time to learn what local agencies offer. You deserve to feel confident in your choice before you start services.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Talking to a provider can feel overwhelming. Keep a list of questions handy to keep things clear. First, ask how quickly they can respond if a crisis happens at night or on the weekend. You need to know that help is just a phone call away. Second, ask how their team will help manage pain and other symptoms. That is their primary job, after all. Third, ask how they support family members with grief and emotional stress. It is okay to ask about their specific experience with your loved one's diagnosis, too. Do they have special training for it? Getting honest answers helps you build trust. Trust is the most important part of this partnership. You are the expert on your family, and their job is to support you.
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