SIGNATURE HEALTHCARE AT HOME
Provider Information
- Address
- 7632 SW DURHAM ROAD, SUITE 130
TIGARD, OR 97224 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 16, 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 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) | 3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
8
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 SIGNATURE HEALTHCARE AT HOME 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 2016.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how SIGNATURE HEALTHCARE AT HOME compares to hospices nationwide.
10.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 33rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
22
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
Medicare reports this hospice billed for routine home care only. Hospices can also provide continuous home care, inpatient care, and respite care when symptoms are harder to manage. There can be good reasons for this. Ask the provider how they handle a crisis at home.
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 day10.7 min
Ranks better than about 33% 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 weekends2.1%
Ranks better than about 2% 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 life81.1%
Ranks better than about 15% 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 visits72.7%
Ranks better than about 22% 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 care9.1%
Ranks better than about 32% 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 months36.4%
Ranks better than about 51% 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 hospice9.1%
Ranks better than about 2% 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$25,560 · 83rd 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 24.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening96.8%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.7%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.2%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.5%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life24.8%
- All care steps completed95.0%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer20%
- Dementia22%
- Heart and circulatory disease25%
- Other conditions20%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Signature Healthcare at Home
Signature Healthcare at Home offers hospice services to the Tigard community from its office on SW Durham Road. This freestanding hospice provider has served the area since 2016. They maintain accreditation through CHAP. This group shows a firm commitment to high standards. They work hard to meet the needs of families in Multnomah County. Getting the right care matters. This team aims to provide support when it is needed most.
About Signature Healthcare at Home
This provider operates as a for-profit organization. They have held Medicare certification for several years. That is a long time in this field. They also chose to earn accreditation from CHAP. This group looks at how a hospice runs its daily operations. They check if the team follows safe practices for patient care. Accreditation shows that an outside group has reviewed their work. It means they meet specific quality goals. Families should look for this sign of quality when they pick a provider. It shows the team wants to do things the right way. They want to be held to a high bar every single day.
Quality Summary
What Is Hospice Care Like in TIGARD?
Hospice care in Tigard focuses on comfort and relief. The goal is to help patients live each day well. This provider supports that goal with a small, focused team. They have eight employees in total. This group includes three registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. These nurses manage pain and other symptoms. They visit the patient where they live. That might be a private home or a care facility. The team works together to create a plan for each person. They adjust care as needs change over time. It is a team effort. Every member plays a role in keeping the patient comfortable and safe throughout the process.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team is a big decision for your family. You should feel free to ask hard questions. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to the home if a problem arises. Ask who will be the main person you talk to when you have questions. You also want to know how they handle pain management at night or on the weekend. Does the team have local staff on call at all times? Ask how they help family members cope with stress. Finally, ask for examples of how they support the patient's personal goals. You deserve clear answers. Take your time to find the right fit for your loved one.
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