GREEN VALLEY HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE, LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 19031 HIGHWAY 18, SUITE 160
APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 29, 2017
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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) | 1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
6
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 GREEN VALLEY HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE, 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 GREEN VALLEY HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE, LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
17.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 89th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
34
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 day17.3 min
Ranks better than about 89% 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 weekends7.7%
Ranks better than about 47% 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 life97.7%
Ranks better than about 84% 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 visits13.3%
Ranks better than about 94% 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 care4.8%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 months39.3%
Ranks better than about 43% 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 care10.7%
Ranks better than about 32% 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 hospice2.4%
Ranks better than about 32% 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)52nd 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$21,994 · 70th 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 13% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment96.9%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment90.9%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life13%
- All care steps completed82.4%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer18%
- Dementia11%
- Heart and circulatory disease21%
- Lung and respiratory disease22%
- Other conditions22%
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 Apple Valley
Green Valley Hospice & Palliative Care, LLC serves families in Apple Valley, California. They provide support for patients facing life-limiting illnesses. This provider holds accreditation from the Joint Commission. That is a national group that checks for high standards in healthcare settings. Their team works to meet the needs of those they serve in San Bernardino County.
About Green Valley Hospice & Palliative Care, LLC
This is a for-profit hospice agency. They earned Medicare certification in March of 2017. The Joint Commission accreditation means an outside agency reviewed their systems for safety and quality. This helps ensure they follow strict rules for patient care. The office maintains a small team of six total employees. This includes one registered nurse and one licensed practical nurse. They also have one physician and one volunteer on staff. Families should ask how these roles work together to support a patient at home. Small teams can sometimes offer more personal attention to each patient. Being aware of the staff size helps you plan for your specific care needs.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Apple Valley?
Hospice care in this area focuses on comfort and relief from symptoms. The goal is to improve quality of life for the patient and their loved ones. In Apple Valley, providers like this one offer services in the home. A team approach is the standard here. This agency includes a registered nurse and a licensed practical nurse to manage medical care. They also involve a physician and a volunteer to help with other needs. You can expect them to coordinate visits based on your family schedule. And they handle the medical equipment and medicine related to the illness. This keeps the focus on time spent together at home. It is a practical way to manage health needs near the end of life.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right hospice agency requires a few clear questions. You should speak with the staff to understand their process. Ask how quickly a nurse can arrive if a problem happens at night. Find out which staff members will visit your home most often. Inquire about how they handle pain management and comfort needs. You might also ask if they have volunteers available to sit with the patient. These questions help you see if their services match what your family needs right now. Take notes during your talk. This helps you compare different options later on. Clear answers will help you feel more prepared for the days ahead.
Preserve Your Family Stories
The time spent together is precious. Recording your family memories now creates a lasting gift for the future generations of your family.
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