CANYON HOSPICE OF SOUTHERN UTAH
Provider Information
- Address
- 640 EAST 700 SOUTH
ST. GEORGE, UT 84770 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 18, 2014
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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 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Volunteers | 2 |
14
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 CANYON HOSPICE OF SOUTHERN UTAH 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 CANYON HOSPICE OF SOUTHERN UTAH compares to hospices nationwide.
15.1 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 77th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
17
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 day15.1 min
Ranks better than about 77% 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 weekends6.3%
Ranks better than about 30% 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 life98.2%
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 visits9.7%
Ranks better than about 96% 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 care11.8%
Ranks better than about 18% 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 months64.7%
Ranks better than about 4% 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 care5.9%
Ranks better than about 57% 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$21,709 · 69th 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 83% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening98.5%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life83%
- All care steps completed98.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia33%
- Heart and circulatory disease19%
- Other conditions22%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Canyon Hospice of Southern Utah
Canyon Hospice of Southern Utah serves families in the St. George area. They provide end-of-life care focused on comfort and dignity for patients. Their office is at 640 East 700 South in Washington County. They help patients stay in their own homes whenever possible. This care team works to manage pain and support the whole family during a tough season. Choosing a provider in your own community matters. It means the team knows the area and can reach you quickly when you need them most.
About Canyon Hospice of Southern Utah
This provider has been Medicare certified since March 18, 2014. That is a decade of experience serving the local community. They operate as a for-profit hospice agency. Some families wonder if that changes the care quality. The truth is that all Medicare-certified hospices must meet the same strict federal rules. What matters most is how they treat your loved one every single day. This team has shown a steady commitment to these standards for many years. You should feel comfortable asking them about their specific care philosophy. They are there to answer your questions and help you understand your options clearly.
Quality Rating Note
Understanding Hospice Care in St. George
Hospice is about living each day as fully as possible. In St. George, families have access to several skilled teams that provide care wherever you call home. That might be a private house or a nursing facility. The goal is to keep your loved one comfortable and pain-free. Most people don't realize that hospice care includes support for the family, too. This includes emotional help and even help with daily chores. The team usually includes a nurse, a social worker, and an aide. They work together to make sure no one has to walk this path alone. Having a local team nearby can provide a lot of peace of mind for everyone involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have the right to choose the provider that fits your family best. Start by asking how quickly they can get a nurse to your home in an emergency. This is a big deal for your peace of mind. Next, ask how they handle pain and other symptoms at night or on weekends. You need to know that support is available around the clock. Ask them how they help with the emotional needs of the family. You also want to know how many patients each nurse sees on a typical day. A smaller caseload often means more time for your loved one. Trust your gut feeling when you talk to them. You deserve a team that listens and cares.
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