BRISTOL HOSPICE OREGON LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 12550 SE 93RD AVENUE, SUITE 200
CLACKAMAS, OR 97015 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- November 20, 2012
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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) | 1 |
| Physicians | 0 |
6
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 BRISTOL HOSPICE OREGON LLC 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 2012.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how BRISTOL HOSPICE OREGON LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
10.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 31st percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
183
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 day10.6 min
Ranks better than about 31% 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 weekends10.3%
Ranks better than about 71% 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 life90.6%
Ranks better than about 33% 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 visits61.8%
Ranks better than about 37% 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 care7.5%
Ranks better than about 42% 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 months42.1%
Ranks better than about 35% 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 care1.9%
Ranks better than about 78% 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 hospice1.9%
Ranks better than about 39% 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$19,174 · 56th 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 38.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.9%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life38.6%
- All care steps completed99.9%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer16%
- Dementia32%
- Heart and circulatory disease12%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Stroke15%
- Other conditions17%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Compassionate Care in Clackamas
Bristol Hospice Oregon LLC serves the Clackamas community with end-of-life care focused on comfort and dignity. Located at 12550 SE 93rd Avenue, this team provides support for patients and their loved ones during difficult times. Choosing hospice is a big step for any family. You want a team that knows the local area and understands your needs. That is exactly what you get with a provider that has been part of this community for over a decade. They bring care directly to your home. It is about making sure every day counts. When health changes, having a local partner makes the path forward much clearer for everyone involved.
About Bristol Hospice Oregon LLC
This provider operates as a for-profit organization and has been Medicare certified since November 20, 2012. Being in business for this long shows a steady history of service. Medicare certification is important because it means they meet federal safety and quality rules. Families should know that being for-profit does not change the core mission of hospice care. Their job is to keep your loved one comfortable and pain-free. The thing is, every hospice agency has its own culture and way of working. You should feel free to ask them about their specific experience with your loved one’s health needs. It is your right to know who is coming into your home. They are there to serve you, not the other way around.
Understanding Hospice Care in Clackamas
Hospice is not about giving up. It is about living the rest of your life as fully as possible. In Clackamas, you have access to teams that include doctors, nurses, and social workers. They work together to manage pain and emotional stress. The goal is to keep the patient in their own bed, surrounded by familiar faces. And that makes a massive difference. Most people do not realize that hospice can also offer respite for caregivers who are feeling worn out. It is a team effort. You do not have to carry this burden alone. By using local resources, you ensure that your loved one has a team that can get to them quickly if an emergency happens. That is peace of mind.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a provider is a major decision. You deserve clear answers. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if a crisis happens at night. That is vital. Next, ask how they handle pain management and if they have a specific philosophy for comfort care. You should also ask what happens if your loved one’s needs become too complex for home care. Do they have a partner facility? Finally, ask how they support the family after a loss. Grief is hard, and you will need that extra help. Do not be afraid to ask these questions out loud. A good provider will be happy to answer every single one. If they seem rushed, keep looking.
Keep Their Stories Alive
Your loved one has a lifetime of memories that deserve to be saved for future generations. You can start capturing these precious family stories today.
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