SOUTH COAST HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 1620 THOMPSON ROAD
COOS BAY, OR 97420 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 24, 1994
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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 August 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) | 7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 33 |
14
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 SOUTH COAST 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how SOUTH COAST HOSPICE 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.
35
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 weekends18%
Ranks better than about 92% 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 life77%
Ranks better than about 11% 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 visits64.6%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 care4.8%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 months38.1%
Ranks better than about 46% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 hospice7.1%
Ranks better than about 4% 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$11,862 · 18th 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 29% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.6%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life29%
- All care steps completed99.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer32%
- Dementia20%
- Heart and circulatory disease21%
- Lung and respiratory disease7%
- Stroke7%
- Other conditions14%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
South Coast Hospice
South Coast Hospice serves families in Coos Bay, Oregon. This freestanding hospice provider operates as a non-profit organization. They have provided end-of-life care since 1994. Medicare certifies this location to help people during their final months of life. Most families find comfort in choosing a provider with deep roots in the local community. They focus on medical and emotional support for patients and their loved ones. This group brings years of experience to every home they visit in Coos County.
About South Coast Hospice
South Coast Hospice holds a non-profit status. They have maintained Medicare certification for over three decades. That is a long time to serve one area. Being non-profit means they often reinvest their earnings back into their patient care programs. Families should look for this type of history when they interview potential hospice teams. It shows a clear record of meeting federal standards for safety and service. Their status as a freestanding agency allows them to focus only on hospice care. They do not manage other types of medical facilities. This clear focus helps them stay sharp. You can feel better knowing they have passed government checks for nearly thirty years. It shows stability. Their long history of service provides a sense of peace for families who need help right now.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Coos Bay?
Hospice care in Coos Bay brings professional medical support directly to a patient's home. The team at South Coast Hospice includes seven registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. They also have one physician on staff. This medical core works with thirty-three volunteers to support families. That is a large group of volunteers ready to help. These volunteers provide companionship and relief for primary caregivers who need a break. The nurses visit regularly to manage pain and other symptoms. The doctor oversees the medical plan to ensure the patient stays comfortable. You get a team that knows how to handle complex needs while keeping the patient at home. This mix of clinical staff and volunteers creates a supportive circle for your family. It makes a difference.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right care team is a big step. You should ask questions that reveal how they work. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can arrive if a crisis happens at night. Ask how they handle pain management for patients with complex medical needs. You should also ask how their volunteers help families during the day. Do they offer respite care if the main caregiver needs to rest? Ask about their experience with your specific health situation. Make sure you understand how they communicate changes in a patient's condition. Good providers always have clear answers for you. They should never rush your questions or make you feel like a burden. Take your time to find the right fit for your loved one.
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