HEALTHVIEW HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 12750 CENTER COURT DR. S SUITE 660
CERRITOS, CA 90703 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 23, 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) | 2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
4
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 HEALTHVIEW HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE 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 HEALTHVIEW HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE compares to hospices nationwide.
10.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 28th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
81
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 day10.3 min
Ranks better than about 28% 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 weekends10.9%
Ranks better than about 75% 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 life95.2%
Ranks better than about 63% 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 visits79%
Ranks better than about 14% 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 care11.1%
Ranks better than about 20% 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 months36.7%
Ranks better than about 50% 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 care18.9%
Ranks better than about 9% 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 hospice6.7%
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)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$28,396 · 89th 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 14.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.4%
- Pain assessment95%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.3%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids85.3%
- Visits in the last days of life14.4%
- All care steps completed93.2%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer9%
- Dementia26%
- Heart and circulatory disease35%
- Lung and respiratory disease13%
- Stroke11%
- Other conditions10%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Overview of Healthview Hospice & Palliative Care
Healthview Hospice & Palliative Care offers end of life support to families throughout Cerritos, California. They provide comfort and medical care to patients who have a terminal illness. The team holds accreditation from CHAP. This means an outside group checked their work to ensure they meet high standards for patient safety. They have served the community since September 2020. Choosing a team in your local area helps keep care close to home. It is a big step for any family to take.
About Healthview Hospice & Palliative Care
This provider operates as a for-profit hospice agency. They are a freestanding hospice, which means they are not part of a larger hospital system. They have been certified by Medicare since late 2020. Their CHAP accreditation is important for your peace of mind. CHAP stands for Community Health Accreditation Partner. They set strict rules for how hospice agencies operate. This helps ensure that the care you receive meets clear, national standards. Small teams can often offer a personal touch. This agency reports a total staff of four people. They have two registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse on their team. They do not currently use volunteers. You should ask how they plan to meet your specific needs with this size team.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Cerritos?
Hospice care in Los Angeles County focuses on comfort rather than a cure. It brings medical experts to the place you call home. You will find that teams here are accustomed to working with local doctors and hospitals. The staff at this agency includes two registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. These nurses manage pain and symptoms so the patient stays comfortable. They work together to create a care plan that fits your daily routine. Some families worry about how care works in a city environment. But hospice teams are trained to provide quiet and calm support anywhere. You get consistent care from a small, dedicated group of professionals. They focus on the patient and family as one unit of care.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Selecting a care team is a process that requires clear answers. You should speak with several agencies before you make a final decision. Ask them how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. Find out how the team communicates changes in the patient's health to your family. You should also ask how they manage pain medications and if they provide all necessary medical equipment. Ask if they have staff available on weekends and holidays. These questions help you understand if the agency can meet your specific needs. Do not be afraid to ask for details about their daily routine. Getting these answers early helps you feel more prepared and in control.
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