ASPEN RIDGE HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 151 EAST 5600 SOUTH, SUITE 106
MURRAY, UT 84107 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 11, 2017
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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) | 9 |
| Physicians | 4 |
23
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 ASPEN RIDGE 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 2017.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ASPEN RIDGE HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
13.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 67th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
52
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 day13.9 min
Ranks better than about 67% 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 weekends4.8%
Ranks better than about 14% 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 life96.3%
Ranks better than about 73% 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 visits15.3%
Ranks better than about 92% 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 care4.3%
Ranks better than about 65% 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 months26.1%
Ranks better than about 78% 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 care4.3%
Ranks better than about 65% 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)67th 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$16,919 · 44th 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 81.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment94.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.8%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids94.9%
- Visits in the last days of life81.6%
- All care steps completed94.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer17%
- Dementia12%
- Heart and circulatory disease30%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Other conditions28%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
ASPEN RIDGE HOSPICE
ASPEN RIDGE HOSPICE serves the Murray, Utah community from its office on East 5600 South. This provider offers end-of-life care for patients in Salt Lake County. They have been Medicare certified since May 2017. The organization maintains a CHAP accreditation to help ensure they meet high standards for patient safety. Families looking for care in the Salt Lake area may find this provider worth a look.
About ASPEN RIDGE HOSPICE
This is a for-profit, freestanding hospice agency. Being a freestanding provider means they focus entirely on hospice services rather than operating as a wing of a hospital. They earned their Medicare certification in 2017. The team includes 23 staff members who support patients and their loved ones. This group consists of 9 registered nurses and 4 physicians.
They hold accreditation from CHAP. This independent group visits the site to check that the hospice follows national rules for quality. It is a rigorous process. Accreditation acts as a sign that the provider chooses to go above basic state rules to show their commitment to good care. It helps families feel more secure about the services they receive during a difficult time.
Quality Overview
What Is Hospice Care Like in MURRAY?
Hospice care in Murray centers on comfort and symptom management for patients with life-limiting illnesses. The goal is to improve the quality of each day for the patient and their family. Care happens wherever the patient calls home. This could be a private house, an assisted living center, or a nursing home.
At this specific provider, the team includes 9 registered nurses. These professionals coordinate medical care and pain relief. With 4 physicians on the team, patients have access to medical oversight. Social workers and aides also play a part in the daily care plan. The team works together to address the physical, emotional, and social needs of the family. They strive to keep patients comfortable in their own surroundings. That is the main priority.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Finding the right match takes time. You should feel comfortable asking questions before making a choice. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can reach your home if a problem happens at night. This helps you understand their response times during an emergency.
Ask how the team handles pain management and what specific experts they have on staff. You might also ask how they support family members with grief counseling or emotional care. Finally, ask if they have experience with the specific condition your loved one has. Good providers will answer these questions with honesty and care. Take your time to get the answers you need. You deserve to feel confident in the support your family will receive.
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