COASTAL HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 585 5TH STREET
BROOKINGS, OR 97415 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 6, 1995
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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) | 6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
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 COASTAL HOME HEALTH & 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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how COASTAL HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
10.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 34th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
27
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 day10.8 min
Ranks better than about 34% 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 weekends6.1%
Ranks better than about 27% 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 life87.7%
Ranks better than about 25% 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 visits68.7%
Ranks better than about 28% 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 care3%
Ranks better than about 73% 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 months27.3%
Ranks better than about 75% 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 care3%
Ranks better than about 72% 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%
Ranks better than about 55% 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$10,812 · 14th 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 55.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening98.5%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99%
- Breathing difficulty treatment97.9%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids98.1%
- Visits in the last days of life55.4%
- All care steps completed96.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer27%
- Dementia13%
- Heart and circulatory disease18%
- Lung and respiratory disease7%
- Stroke10%
- Other conditions26%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Coastal Home Health & Hospice
Coastal Home Health & Hospice provides care services to residents in Brookings, Oregon. This provider has been certified by Medicare since 1995. They focus on helping patients and families manage end-of-life care needs with professional support. Their team works within the Curry County area to deliver comfort and medical assistance. Choosing a local provider helps keep care close to home. That is a helpful benefit for many families.
About COASTAL HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE
This organization operates as a for-profit entity. They have maintained their Medicare certification for nearly three decades. This long history shows they have worked with federal quality rules for a long time. Being Medicare certified means they meet specific standards set by the government. These rules ensure that care meets basic health and safety benchmarks. It is a good idea to check these records when you compare options. Families should know that this provider functions as a freestanding hospice agency. That means they have their own focused team instead of being part of a larger hospital system. This setup often allows for a more personal approach to care. You can ask them directly about how their team coordinates with your primary doctor.
Quality Overview
What Is Hospice Care Like in BROOKINGS?
Hospice care in this area relies on a team approach to manage symptoms and support families. The staff at this agency includes 29 employees. This group features six registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. They also have a physician on staff to oversee medical plans. A team like this provides a mix of medical skills and daily support. Having a physician involved helps ensure that changes in a patient's health get addressed quickly. Most of the work happens right where the patient lives. That could be a private home or a care facility in the community. The goal is to keep the patient comfortable and pain-free. And the team acts as a resource for family members who provide daily help. You should expect regular visits from the nursing staff to monitor progress. It is a structured way to handle a difficult time.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Finding the right fit takes a little time. You should prepare a few questions before you meet with any agency. First, ask how quickly a nurse can reach your home if a problem happens at night. Fast response times matter when pain or other symptoms appear suddenly. Second, ask how the team will talk with your current doctors. Good communication prevents mistakes and keeps everyone on the same page. Third, ask about the specific support services they offer beyond medical care. Some agencies provide extra help for emotional needs or spiritual support. Finally, ask if they have staff available on weekends or holidays. You want to be sure that help is there whenever you need it. Write these down before your call. It helps you stay focused on what matters most for your loved one.
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