SAVIORS OF HOPE HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 1527 19TH ST., STE. 220
BAKERSFIELD, CA 93301 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- July 1, 2022
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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.
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) | 0 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
1
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 SAVIORS OF HOPE HOSPICE 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 SAVIORS OF HOPE HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
6
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Heart and circulatory disease61%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About SAVIORS OF HOPE HOSPICE
SAVIORS OF HOPE HOSPICE serves the Bakersfield community from its office on 19th Street. This provider offers hospice services to residents across Kern County. They have been certified by Medicare since July 2022. The agency holds accreditation from CHAP, which stands for the Community Health Accreditation Partner. This group checks that hospice agencies meet high standards for safety and care. It shows the team follows clear rules for patient support. Families in California can look up these details to learn more about how they operate. Finding the right care is a big step for any family. This provider is a for-profit organization. They focus on meeting the needs of those they serve in the local area.
Understanding Provider Standards
This agency operates as a for-profit provider in Kern County. Being Medicare certified means they agree to follow federal rules for hospice care. The CHAP accreditation is a special mark of quality. It means an outside group looked at their policies and practices. They verified that the agency meets specific national standards for clinical excellence. This is a common way for agencies to show they care about their work. You should know that CMS tracks hospice performance across the country. Data on quality measures for this specific location is not yet available to the public. You can talk to the staff about their current patient goals. Asking direct questions helps you see if they match your specific family needs. Always check if the agency is currently accepting new patients in your part of Bakersfield.
Quality Ratings Update
What Is Hospice Care Like in BAKERSFIELD?
Hospice care in Kern County aims to provide comfort and dignity for patients near the end of life. Most agencies build a team to support the patient and their loved ones at home. This specific provider is listed with one employee total. They currently report no registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, or volunteers on their staff list. This is a small team setup. You might want to ask how they plan to cover nursing or volunteer needs. Most hospice care happens where the patient lives. That could be a private house or a care facility. The goal is to manage pain and provide emotional support for the whole family. Staff members usually visit on a set schedule. They also provide on-call support for emergencies that happen overnight. Ask them about their local response times for urgent needs.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice team is a personal choice for your family. Start by asking how they handle pain management and symptom control. You should also ask who will be the main contact for your daily questions. It is helpful to know their plan for after-hours support. Ask them how they help family members cope with grief and stress. Check if they have experience with your loved one's specific diagnosis. You might want to know how they handle medications and medical supplies. Ask them to explain their process for starting care quickly. A good provider will answer these questions with patience and clear details. Take notes during your talk to compare different agencies. This helps you make a choice that brings peace to your loved one. Take your time with this process.
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