BEST HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 105 YELLOW CREEK ROAD
EVANSTON, WY 82930 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- December 27, 2004
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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) | 16 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 3 |
47
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 BEST HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE LLC reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
An older Medicare record for this hospice lists short-term inpatient care as “not provided.” That code may be out of date. Medicare requires certified hospices to make inpatient care available for symptom management and caregiver respite. Ask this hospice how it arranges a bed if symptoms become hard to manage at home.
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Supplied directly by this hospice
Equipment and supplies tied to the terminal illness and the plan of care, such as a hospital bed, oxygen, wound supplies, or a wheelchair.
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 BEST HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
10.2 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 27th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
8
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 day10.2 min
Ranks better than about 27% 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 weekends3.7%
Ranks better than about 7% 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 life84%
Ranks better than about 18% 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 visits61%
Ranks better than about 38% 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 care22.2%
Ranks better than about 2% 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 months33.3%
Ranks better than about 58% 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%
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)89th 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$12,355 · 20th 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 40% 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 life40%
- 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.
- Cancer19%
- Heart and circulatory disease26%
- Lung and respiratory disease26%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice Care in Evanston
Best Home Health & Hospice LLC serves families in Evanston, Wyoming. This provider offers hospice support to those living in Uinta County. They have been certified by Medicare since December 2004. Choosing the right care team is a big step for your loved one. This agency operates as a for-profit provider. They focus on comfort and peace for patients facing a life-limiting illness. Getting the right help early makes a real difference. Their team works hard to meet local needs every single day.
About Best Home Health & Hospice LLC
This agency functions as a freestanding hospice provider. They have a team of 47 employees ready to assist. This group includes 16 registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. They also have two physicians on staff to oversee medical needs. Plus, three volunteers donate their time to help patients. Having a large nursing staff is a big deal. It means more people are available to check on your family member. They bring a specific set of skills to the bedside. That is why they are able to offer such consistent care. You want a team that knows the area and the people. This provider has served the community for many years. They understand the local culture well.
Quality Performance
Understanding Hospice Care in Evanston
Hospice care is about living well during a difficult time. It is not about giving up. Instead, it is about managing pain and keeping your loved one comfortable. The team in Evanston focuses on the whole person. They look at physical needs and emotional health too. Because they have a large staff of nurses, they can visit often. That helps keep symptoms under control at home. Most families want their loved one to stay in a familiar place. Hospice makes that possible by bringing the clinic to you. It is a service built on kindness and expert medical skill. You are not alone in this journey. Help is just a phone call away for many in Uinta County.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team is a personal choice. You should feel comfortable asking hard questions. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home in an emergency. You also need to know who to call at night. Ask how they manage pain and other symptoms for their patients. It is helpful to ask how they support the family members as well. Do they offer help for grief? What about respite care for the primary caregiver? You need a partner you can trust. Make sure you feel heard during your first conversation with them. A good team will answer every single question with patience and care.
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