CONTINUUM CARE OF SNOHOMISH, LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 19009 33RD AVE W STE 305
LYNNWOOD, WA 98036 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 31, 2020
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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) | 3 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
5
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 CONTINUUM CARE OF SNOHOMISH, LLC 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how CONTINUUM CARE OF SNOHOMISH, LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
9.1 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 16th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
162
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 day9.1 min
Ranks better than about 16% 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 weekends7.6%
Ranks better than about 46% 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 life91.4%
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 visits56.7%
Ranks better than about 44% 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 care8.4%
Ranks better than about 36% 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 months44.3%
Ranks better than about 29% 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 care8.4%
Ranks better than about 43% 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 hospice6.9%
Ranks better than about 5% 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)74th 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$20,944 · 65th 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 62.1% 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%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life62.1%
- 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.
- Cancer22%
- Dementia43%
- Heart and circulatory disease6%
- Lung and respiratory disease7%
- Stroke4%
- Other conditions21%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Continuum Care of Snohomish
Continuum Care of Snohomish is a hospice provider in Lynnwood, Washington. They offer care for patients and families facing end-of-life needs. This team has been certified by Medicare since March of 2020. They are also accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This accreditation shows they meet national standards for their work. It means they follow specific rules to keep patients safe. You can expect a professional approach to care. They focus on comfort and support for the people they serve in the local area.
About CONTINUUM CARE OF SNOHOMISH, LLC
This provider operates as a for-profit hospice agency. The team is quite small with five total employees on staff. This includes three registered nurses who handle clinical duties. They also have one volunteer to help with non-medical support. The small size means they offer a focused, personal experience for each family. Being accredited by the ACHC is a positive sign for any family. This group checks providers against strict health rules. They look at how a team manages pain and keeps records. It acts as a safety net for quality. Most families want to know their provider follows these high standards. This agency is a freestanding facility. They do not report to a larger hospital system. That allows them to keep their local focus in Snohomish County. You should check if their specific schedule meets your daily needs.
Quality Performance Summary
What Is Hospice Care Like in LYNNWOOD?
Hospice care in Lynnwood focuses on comfort for the patient. It aims to improve quality of life when a cure is no longer the goal. The team comes to your home or a facility to provide support. They help manage pain and offer emotional comfort. This agency uses three registered nurses to lead their clinical team. They also have one volunteer on the roster. Some families find that small teams offer better consistency. Others prefer a larger staff with more options for after-hours calls. You should ask how they handle weekend and night needs. The goal is always to keep the patient at home if possible. They work to keep symptoms in check so the family can spend time together. It is about making each day count. You want a team that responds quickly when things change.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Selecting the right team is a big decision for your family. Start by asking how they handle pain management at night. You need to know if a nurse is available 24/7. Ask how often the nurse will visit your home during the week. It is also good to ask about their volunteer services. You might want to know how they help with emotional support for the family. Ask them to explain their process for updating the doctor. Finally, ask what happens if your needs change suddenly. You want a team that stays flexible as the situation shifts. Get clear answers before you sign any forms. A good provider will welcome these questions. They should be open and honest with you from the start. That clarity helps everyone feel more at ease during a hard time.
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