INTERMOUNTAIN HOMECARE HOSPICE SALT LAKE
Provider Information
- Address
- 11520 SOUTH REDWOOD RAOD
SOUTH JORDAN, UT 84095 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 7, 1992
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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) | 58 |
| Physicians | 10 |
| Volunteers | 80 |
108
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 INTERMOUNTAIN HOMECARE HOSPICE 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how INTERMOUNTAIN HOMECARE HOSPICE SALT LAKE compares to hospices nationwide.
12.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 53rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
184
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 day12.5 min
Ranks better than about 53% 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 weekends5%
Ranks better than about 15% 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 life94.7%
Ranks better than about 59% 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 visits49.1%
Ranks better than about 55% 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 care12%
Ranks better than about 17% 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 months30.7%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 care0.8%
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)92nd 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$8,166 · 5th 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 62% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.8%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.9%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99.7%
- Visits in the last days of life62%
- All care steps completed99.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer24%
- Dementia16%
- Heart and circulatory disease16%
- Lung and respiratory disease14%
- Stroke6%
- Other conditions26%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Intermountain Homecare Hospice Salt Lake
Intermountain Homecare Hospice Salt Lake provides medical and emotional support to families in South Jordan, Utah. This non-profit group has served the local community since 1992. They focus on managing pain and symptoms for patients who choose comfort over curative treatments. The team works hard to meet the needs of each person they serve. It is a long-standing provider in Salt Lake County.
The hospice operates as a freestanding center. This means they focus entirely on hospice care rather than being part of a larger hospital building. Their team includes 58 registered nurses and 10 physicians. They also have 80 volunteers who offer extra support to patients and their families. This mix of staff helps them maintain a high level of care for every patient in their program.
About Intermountain Homecare Hospice Salt Lake
This hospice holds a non-profit status. That means any money they make goes back into their programs and services. They have been certified by Medicare since early 1992. Being Medicare certified is a mark of quality. It means they must follow strict rules set by the government to keep their doors open. The government checks them regularly to ensure they meet these standards.
Families should look at these history markers when choosing a care provider. A long history of certification shows that a provider understands the rules and keeps their practices consistent over time. It is a good sign of stability. You want a team that knows how to handle complex medical needs with care. They employ a large staff to ensure that someone is always available to help. Consistency matters when you are going through a difficult time with a loved one.
Quality Summary
What Is Hospice Care Like in South Jordan?
Hospice care in South Jordan focuses on quality of life. The team comes to your home to help with daily tasks and medical needs. They use a team approach to manage pain and provide comfort. This team includes nurses, doctors, and volunteers who visit as needed. They want to make sure the patient stays as comfortable as possible in their own home environment.
The staff composition is quite large for this area. With over 100 employees, they can respond to changes in a patient's condition quickly. Nurses handle the medical side of things. Physicians oversee the entire plan of care. Volunteers are there to talk or help with simple errands. It is a full team effort. They work together to keep the patient safe and comfortable throughout the entire process. That is the goal of hospice care in this community.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
It helps to have a list of questions ready when you talk to a hospice provider. Start by asking how many nurses are on staff. You should also ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night or on a weekend. These answers tell you a lot about their availability.
Ask how the team handles pain management and symptom control. You need to know that they have a clear plan for these issues. Ask how they keep the family involved in the daily care plan. It is okay to ask about their experience with specific illnesses too. Finally, ask what kind of support they offer to family members after a loss. Getting clear answers helps you feel more confident in your choice. You deserve to have peace of mind during this time.
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