ADVANCED HOSPICE OF ST. GEORGE
Provider Information
- Address
- 1934 EAST RIVERSIDE DRIVE
ST GEORGE, UT 84790 - Ownership Type
- Other
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 26, 2019
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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) | 2 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
4
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 ADVANCED HOSPICE OF ST. GEORGE 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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ADVANCED HOSPICE OF ST. GEORGE compares to hospices nationwide.
11.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 39th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
11
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 day11.3 min
Ranks better than about 39% 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 life98.1%
Ranks better than about 87% 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 visits25.5%
Ranks better than about 84% 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 care6.7%
Ranks better than about 47% 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 months26.7%
Ranks better than about 77% 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 care6.7%
Ranks better than about 52% 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$20,668 · 64th 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 85.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life85.4%
- All care steps completed100%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Heart and circulatory disease40%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Advanced Hospice of St. George
Advanced Hospice of St. George serves the St. George region from its office on East Riverside Drive. This provider offers end-of-life care for families in Washington County. They have maintained Medicare certification since August 2019. The team holds accreditation from the Community Health Accreditation Partner, also known as CHAP. This group reviews hospice agencies to ensure they follow national safety and health standards. Getting this seal means an outside group checked their work. It shows they meet high goals for patient care. Choosing an accredited agency gives families peace of mind during a hard time. You want to know the team follows strict rules every single day. This hospice operates as a freestanding agency. That means they focus only on hospice services instead of running a larger hospital or nursing home. They have a small, focused team of four employees. This includes two registered nurses who provide direct care to patients in their homes.
Quality and Standards
Families often look for signs of high quality when picking a care provider. Advanced Hospice of St. George holds top marks for their service. They earned the highest possible rating for their overall performance from federal reviewers. Their quality of care rating is also in the top tier. These scores come from the Hospice Care Index. This system tracks how well a hospice manages pain and visits. It looks at how they support families during the dying process. A top rating suggests the agency follows best practices for comfort and communication. You should feel good about these results. This agency shows a strong commitment to quality. Their status as a CHAP-accredited provider reinforces their dedication to these high standards. It is one way they show they care about their work. They clearly prioritize consistent and reliable support for every patient they serve in the St. George area.
What Is Hospice Care Like in ST GEORGE?
Hospice care in St. George focuses on comfort and relief for people facing a terminal illness. The goal is to improve quality of life rather than curing a disease. Teams visit patients at home to manage pain and other symptoms. They provide physical care and emotional support to the whole family. The team at Advanced Hospice of St. George consists of four staff members. Two of these are registered nurses who handle the medical needs of the patient. These nurses coordinate with doctors to adjust medications and keep the patient comfortable. They do not currently use volunteers in their care model. This means the professional staff handles all visits and support tasks. Care happens in the place the patient calls home. That could be a private house or an assisted living facility. The team works hard to keep patients in their own space. This helps them stay near their loved ones throughout the process.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team is a big decision for any family. You should ask questions that help you understand how they work. First, ask how quickly a nurse can reach your home during an emergency at night. Fast response times matter when pain or symptoms change suddenly. Second, ask how the team coordinates with your regular doctor. You want to ensure everyone stays on the same page about the care plan. Third, ask how they support family members with grief and stress. Good hospice care helps the whole family, not just the patient. Finally, ask what specific services they provide to keep the patient at home. Some agencies have more resources for equipment or extra nursing visits than others. Write down the answers you get. Compare them to see which provider fits your specific needs the best. You deserve clear answers during this time.
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