OVATION HOSPICE OF SALT LAKE
Provider Information
- Address
- 563 WEST 500 SOUTH
BOUNTIFUL, UT 84010 - Medicare Certified Since
- May 4, 2022
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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) | 4 |
| Volunteers | 2 |
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 OVATION HOSPICE OF SALT LAKE 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how OVATION HOSPICE OF SALT LAKE compares to hospices nationwide.
9.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 24th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
42
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 day9.9 min
Ranks better than about 24% 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 weekends6.4%
Ranks better than about 31% 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 life94%
Ranks better than about 54% 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 visits41.7%
Ranks better than about 65% 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 care21.4%
Ranks better than about 2% 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 months7.1%
Ranks better than about 96% 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 care7.1%
Ranks better than about 50% 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$13,045 · 23rd 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 1 required care step for new patients here.
- Visits in the last days of life68.3%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer8%
- Dementia24%
- Heart and circulatory disease47%
- Lung and respiratory disease11%
- Other conditions10%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Overview of Ovation Hospice of Salt Lake
Ovation Hospice of Salt Lake serves patients and their families in Bountiful, Utah. They provide hospice care to help manage pain and comfort during end-of-life care. This agency holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This means an outside group checked their work to meet high standards. The agency has been certified by Medicare since May 2022. Their team includes four registered nurses who help with medical needs and two volunteers who provide extra support to families. They have nine total employees on staff. Choosing a hospice agency is a big choice. Getting to know how a team works can help you feel more at ease. This provider uses their team to serve the Davis County area. They aim to support the goals of the patient and their loved ones through every step of the care process.
About Ovation Hospice of Salt Lake
This agency is a Medicare-certified provider. They have been active since early 2022. Medicare certification means they follow federal rules for patient care. The Accreditation Commission for Health Care reviews their work. This group looks for safe practices and good clinical results. It shows the agency wants to meet high marks for quality. Families should know that these reviews happen on a regular basis. You can look at their status to see how they perform compared to others. The team has nine members total. Four of those are registered nurses. Nurses lead the medical care and symptom management for patients. Two volunteers help with companionship and other daily needs. That is a small but focused group. They work to keep care simple and clear. You should always ask a provider how their specific team will support your own family members during this time.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Bountiful?
Hospice care in Bountiful focuses on comfort and quality of life. The team visits the patient wherever they live. This could be a private home or a care facility. They provide medical care to manage pain and other symptoms. The staff also offers emotional support for the whole family. Nurses visit to check on the patient and adjust their care plan. Social workers and volunteers often visit to help with daily tasks. The goal is to keep the patient calm and comfortable. Most hospice teams in this part of Utah have specific on-call staff available all day and night. This means help is ready if a sudden issue occurs. You will work with a group of professionals who know the local area. They coordinate with your regular doctors to ensure care stays consistent. It is about making each day count for the patient and their family.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a provider is an important step. You want to make sure the team fits your needs. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can arrive if you have an emergency. You should also ask how often the staff will visit the home each week. It is helpful to know who will lead the care team. Ask about the role of volunteers and how they help families. You might also ask how the agency handles communication with family members who live far away. Ask if they have experience with the specific health condition of your loved one. Check if they provide extra support like grief counseling after the patient passes. Write your questions down before you call or meet with them. This helps you keep track of the answers. A good agency will be happy to answer every single one of your questions clearly.
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