AMAVI HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE CARE SERVICES, INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 131 SAND CREEK ROAD, UNIT K
BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 19, 2015
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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) | 4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 6 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
24
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 AMAVI HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE CARE SERVICES, INC 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how AMAVI HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE CARE SERVICES, INC compares to hospices nationwide.
19 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 93rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
18
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 day19 min
Ranks better than about 93% 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 weekends9%
Ranks better than about 62% 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 life98.7%
Ranks better than about 90% 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 visits1.8%
Ranks better than about 99% 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 care6.7%
Ranks better than about 47% 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 months26.7%
Ranks better than about 77% 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 care1.7%
Ranks better than about 79% 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)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$17,060 · 45th 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 20.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening98.6%
- Pain assessment95.8%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.4%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids89.3%
- Visits in the last days of life20.8%
- All care steps completed95.7%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer25%
- Dementia48%
- Heart and circulatory disease13%
- Other conditions10%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
AMAVI Home Health and Hospice Care Services
AMAVI Home Health and Hospice Care Services, Inc serves the Brentwood, California area. They operate as a freestanding hospice provider. This location has been certified by Medicare since 2015. They hold accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group provides end of life care for patients and their families. Their team works to meet specific medical and personal needs. Accreditation shows that an outside group checked their work against high standards. It is a sign of their commitment to quality care.
About AMAVI Home Health and Hospice Care Services, Inc
This provider operates as a for-profit hospice agency. They have been a certified Medicare provider for nearly a decade. Their accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care is important. This body sets rules for how hospice agencies should run their daily operations. They review agency policies and patient safety protocols. Families should know that this accreditation means the agency meets national standards for patient care. The agency currently employs 24 staff members. This team includes four registered nurses and six licensed practical nurses. They also work with one volunteer to support their mission. Having a mix of nurses helps ensure that clinical needs are addressed promptly. You can look at their official certification dates to understand their long history in the Brentwood area. They have built their services over many years of local work.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in BRENTWOOD?
Hospice care in Brentwood focuses on comfort and support for patients with serious illness. Providers like AMAVI offer care that aims to improve quality of life. The care team typically visits the patient where they live. This could be a private house or a nursing facility. The staff members work together to manage pain and symptoms. Their team includes four registered nurses and six licensed practical nurses. These professionals monitor health changes every day. They also have one volunteer available to provide extra companionship for the patient. Social workers or chaplains may also join the team to help with emotional needs. Hospice is about making the patient comfortable. It provides peace of mind for the whole family during a hard time. The team is available to answer questions about the care plan at any time. They keep the family updated on all medical changes as they happen.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right hospice team is a personal decision for your family. You should feel comfortable with the people who will provide care. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can arrive if an emergency happens. Ask how they handle pain management on nights or weekends. You should also ask about the specific training their staff has received. Ask how they support families after a loved one passes away. It is helpful to know how many patients each nurse sees in a single day. A smaller caseload might allow for more time with your loved one. Ask if they have experience with the specific condition your family member faces. These questions will help you understand their approach to daily care. Good providers will be happy to answer each of your questions clearly. Write down your answers to help you compare your options later.
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