SUNSHINE HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 209 WEST 300 NORTH
LOGAN, UT 84321 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- February 8, 2013
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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) | 3 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
10
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 SUNSHINE 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
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Supplied directly by this hospice
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 SUNSHINE HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
13.1 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 59th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
10
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 day13.1 min
Ranks better than about 59% 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 weekends6.8%
Ranks better than about 36% 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 life93.3%
Ranks better than about 49% 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 visits14.6%
Ranks better than about 93% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 months0%
Ranks better than about 97% 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 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$13,822 · 27th 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 8 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 78.3% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment90.5%
- Breathing difficulty screening98.2%
- Breathing difficulty treatment95.5%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life78.3%
- All care steps completed92.7%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia52%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Support at Sunshine Hospice
Sunshine Hospice provides end-of-life care for families in Logan, Utah. Their team focuses on comfort and dignity for patients facing a life-limiting illness. They serve the Cache County area from their office on West 300 North. Choosing the right support is a deeply personal decision. This team aims to help you navigate those final months with peace and kindness. They offer professional care right where you need it most.
About Sunshine Hospice
Sunshine Hospice operates as a non-profit organization. This is a big deal. It often means their budget goes back into care rather than profits. They have been Medicare certified since February 8, 2013. That gives them over a decade of experience in the Logan community. When you look for a provider, check their history. Long-term certification shows a steady track record of meeting federal standards. You want a team that knows the local health system well. They are well-positioned to help your loved ones in Cache County.
High Quality Care
Understanding Hospice Care in Logan
Logan has several hospice options, but finding the right fit takes time. Hospice is not just about the end of life. It is about how you live during that time. Most care happens at home, though some providers offer inpatient units. The thing is, hospice is a team effort. It involves nurses, aides, and social workers. They all work together to manage pain and symptoms. And they offer emotional support for your whole family. That is the true value of hospice care. It turns a scary time into a manageable one for everyone involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have the right to ask questions. Start with these four points to find a good match:
- How quickly can a nurse get to my home if we have a crisis?
- What specific training does your staff have for our loved one’s illness?
- How do you help family members cope with grief and stress?
- Can you explain how you handle pain management after hours?
Ask these during your first meeting. The answers will tell you a lot about how they work. Trust your gut feeling too. If a provider feels right, that matters just as much as the data.
Keep Your Family Stories Alive
Your loved one has a lifetime of wisdom and memories to share. Capture these moments now to create a beautiful treasure for your children and grandchildren to hold onto forever.
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