BRIDGE OF LIFE HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 7400 LOUIS PASTEUR DR. STE. 101
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 23, 2018
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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.
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 |
| Physicians | 1 |
9
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 BRIDGE OF LIFE HOSPICE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Both provided directly and arranged with other facilities
- 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 BRIDGE OF LIFE HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
6
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 from January 2022 through December 2024. 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.
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Bridge of Life Hospice
Bridge of Life Hospice serves the San Antonio area from its office on Louis Pasteur Drive. They provide hospice care to families in Bexar County and the surrounding region. This provider has been certified by Medicare since May 2018. They hold accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group is a freestanding hospice provider. They focus on medical and support services for patients with life-limiting illnesses. Having accreditation means an outside group checked their work against high standards. It shows they follow strict rules for safety and care. Most families want to know their provider meets these quality bars. It is a sign of professional focus. The team includes one physician and three registered nurses to help patients. They work to keep people comfortable in their own homes. This is their main goal every day.
Ownership and Certification
Bridge of Life Hospice operates as a for-profit organization. They have been part of the Medicare program since 2018. Being a for-profit provider means they follow specific federal rules for business and care. Families should know that all Medicare-certified hospices must meet the same federal safety standards. That is a fact. Accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care adds another layer of review. This group visits the office to see how the team works. They check charts and talk to staff. They verify that the care matches what the law requires. This is good news for families. It means someone else is watching to ensure things go right. The team consists of nine total employees who handle daily tasks. They coordinate care for those who need it most. You can see their certification date in the public record.
Quality Ratings
What Is Hospice Care Like in SAN ANTONIO?
Hospice care in San Antonio focuses on comfort and dignity for the patient. You will find a mix of non-profit and for-profit providers across Bexar County. Most teams include nurses, aides, and social workers. This team works to manage pain and help with daily needs. Bridge of Life Hospice employs nine people to support their patients. This includes three registered nurses and one physician. That is a small, focused group. They visit patients where they live. That might be a private home or an assisted living facility. The goal is to keep the patient calm and pain-free. They also spend time talking with family members about what to expect. Care is about more than just medicine. It is about being there when the family needs support the most. You can ask them how they manage visits in your specific neighborhood.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Finding the right hospice team takes time and clear questions. You should start by asking how quickly a nurse can visit if there is a sudden emergency. You also need to know how the team handles pain medication changes at night or on weekends. Ask who will be the main person you talk to for daily updates. It helps to know how they handle communication. Another good question is how they support the family after the patient passes away. You should ask about their specific experience with your loved one's condition. Do not be afraid to ask for details. You need to feel good about the choice you make. A good provider will answer these questions with patience and care. They want you to be comfortable with the plan. Take notes during your talk so you can compare your options later.
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