EVERGREEN HEALTH HOSPICE CARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 11800 NE 128TH STREET SUITE 200
KIRKLAND, WA 98034 - Ownership Type
- Combination Government & Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 27, 1990
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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) | 119 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 3 |
| Physicians | 12 |
| Volunteers | 136 |
238
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 EVERGREEN HEALTH HOSPICE CARE 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
- Both supplied directly and through outside suppliers
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 EVERGREEN HEALTH HOSPICE CARE compares to hospices nationwide.
11.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 43rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
487
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 day11.7 min
Ranks better than about 43% 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 weekends11.4%
Ranks better than about 78% 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 life91.3%
Ranks better than about 37% 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 visits67.5%
Ranks better than about 29% 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 care3.9%
Ranks better than about 68% 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 months34.9%
Ranks better than about 55% 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 care3.7%
Ranks better than about 69% 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 hospice1.1%
Ranks better than about 49% 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)91st 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$15,116 · 34th 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 64% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.9%
- Pain assessment99.8%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.9%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.8%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.8%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life64%
- 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.
- Cancer27%
- Dementia25%
- Heart and circulatory disease14%
- Lung and respiratory disease5%
- Stroke7%
- Other conditions24%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Evergreen Health Hospice Care in Kirkland
Evergreen Health Hospice Care serves the Kirkland, Washington area from their office on NE 128th Street. They provide comfort-focused care for patients facing a life-limiting illness. Their team works hard to improve quality of life for both the patient and their loved ones. It is a local resource focused on compassion. That matters when you are going through a hard time. The team handles medical needs while also offering emotional and spiritual support. They bring a deep sense of care to King County families. You can reach them at (425) 899-1040 if you have questions about how they can help your family today.
About Evergreen Health Hospice Care
Evergreen Health Hospice Care operates as a combination government and non-profit organization. They have been Medicare certified since June 27, 1990. That is over three decades of service. That kind of history shows a strong, lasting commitment to the Kirkland community. When you choose a provider with this much experience, you get a team that understands the local health system well. They have seen it all. They know how to guide families through the maze of hospice care. It is a big choice, so look for a partner that has stayed the course for a long time. They have clearly done that here.
Quality Performance Snapshot
Understanding Hospice Care in Kirkland
Hospice is not about giving up. It is about choosing comfort when a cure is no longer the goal. In Kirkland, families have access to teams that visit your home to manage pain and other difficult symptoms. These teams usually include a nurse, a social worker, and a chaplain. They work together to make sure the patient stays comfortable. But the support does not stop there. They also help families cope with the stress of caregiving. Many people wait too long to call. The thing is, hospice can provide support for months, not just the final days. It is a service designed to bring peace to your living room.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team feels overwhelming. Take a breath. Start by asking these simple questions to find the right fit for your family. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. You need to know you are not alone. Second, ask how they handle pain management and if they have a doctor on call 24/7. That is a must. Third, ask how their volunteers can help with daily tasks like grocery shopping or sitting with the patient. Finally, ask how they support family members after a loss. These answers will tell you a lot about their heart. Trust your gut.
Preserve Your Family Stories
Your loved one's life is a story worth saving for the generations to come. Capture those memories and voices while you have the chance.
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