TRADITIONS HEALTH OF TULSA
Provider Information
- Address
- 2221 EAST SKELLY DRIVE
TULSA, OK 74105 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 20, 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) | 11 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 5 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 4 |
29
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 TRADITIONS HEALTH OF TULSA 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
- Supplied directly by this hospice
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 TRADITIONS HEALTH OF TULSA compares to hospices nationwide.
15 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 76th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
86
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 day15 min
Ranks better than about 76% 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 weekends7.7%
Ranks better than about 47% 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 life96.1%
Ranks better than about 71% 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 visits43.1%
Ranks better than about 63% 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 care7%
Ranks better than about 45% 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 months39.4%
Ranks better than about 43% 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 care19.7%
Ranks better than about 8% 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 hospice0.7%
Ranks better than about 53% 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$20,810 · 65th 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 59.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life59.6%
- All care steps completed100%
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%
- Dementia41%
- Heart and circulatory disease20%
- Lung and respiratory disease11%
- Stroke7%
- Other conditions11%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Supportive Care in Tulsa
Traditions Health of Tulsa offers compassionate end-of-life care for families throughout Tulsa, Oklahoma. Based on East Skelly Drive, they focus on keeping patients comfortable and supported in their own homes. Choosing hospice is a big step for any family. It is about shifting the goal from curing an illness to improving daily quality of life. The team here works to manage pain and provide emotional support when it matters most. They know that every person has a unique story and specific wishes for their care. So, they build a plan that fits the needs of the patient and their loved ones. It is a quiet, dedicated way to honor a life while finding peace during a difficult season. You deserve a team that listens and truly cares about your comfort.
About TRADITIONS HEALTH OF TULSA
Traditions Health of Tulsa is a for-profit provider that has served the community since May 2016. That is eight years of experience helping local families navigate end-of-life care. Being Medicare-certified means they meet strict federal standards for safety and quality. But what does that really mean for you? It means they follow specific rules for how they treat patients and manage medications. They have a duty to provide high-quality care that keeps the patient at the center of every decision. For-profit status just means they are a private company, not a non-profit agency. The most important thing is how they treat your family member every single day. They aim to bring comfort to the 74105 area with a focus on professional, kind, and reliable service. You can feel good knowing they have been part of the local healthcare landscape for quite some time now.
High Quality Standards
Understanding Hospice Care in Tulsa
Hospice in Tulsa is about more than just medical help. It is a team effort to make sure the patient feels safe, loved, and pain-free. Most people think hospice only happens in a hospital, but that is rarely the case. Most care happens right where the patient lives. That could be your own home, a family member's house, or a local nursing facility. The team usually includes a nurse, a social worker, and a chaplain. They all work together to provide physical and emotional relief. The main goal is to help the patient live their final months with dignity and grace. It is not about giving up. It is about choosing a different path that puts comfort above everything else. Having local experts like those at Traditions Health means you have someone nearby who knows the community and understands your specific needs.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right team can feel like a heavy task. But take a breath, because you have the power to ask the right questions. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens in the middle of the night. You need to know that help is available 24/7. Second, ask how they help with pain and other symptoms. You want a clear plan that keeps your loved one comfortable. Third, ask what kind of support they offer to the rest of the family. Grief counseling and respite care are huge parts of a good hospice program. Finally, ask about their experience with your specific health needs. Do they have special training for your situation? These answers will help you feel more confident in your choice. Always trust your gut when you meet the staff.
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