COMFORT LIFE HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 8202 FLORENCE AVE. SUITE 100
DOWNEY, CA 90240 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 11, 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) | 3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 3 |
9
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 COMFORT LIFE 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
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- 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 COMFORT LIFE HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
14.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 70th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
35
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 day14.3 min
Ranks better than about 70% 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 weekends4%
Ranks better than about 8% 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 life75.3%
Ranks better than about 11% 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 visits66.7%
Ranks better than about 30% 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 care2.6%
Ranks better than about 75% 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 months43.6%
Ranks better than about 31% 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 care10.3%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 hospice3.8%
Ranks better than about 18% 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)67th 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$28,846 · 90th 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 18% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.2%
- Pain assessment87.5%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment84.4%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids85.2%
- Visits in the last days of life18%
- All care steps completed85.4%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer10%
- Dementia38%
- Heart and circulatory disease29%
- Lung and respiratory disease13%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Comfort Life Hospice
Comfort Life Hospice provides care for patients in Downey, California. They offer support for those with life-limiting illnesses. The team holds accreditation from the Joint Commission, which shows they meet high standards for safety and quality. This hospice has served the community since 2017.
About COMFORT LIFE HOSPICE
This provider operates as a for-profit hospice agency. They earned Medicare certification in June 2017. The Joint Commission accreditation means an outside group checked their work. They look at how the team manages patient safety and medication. This helps ensure your family receives care that follows strict rules. You should know that a small team of nine people runs this office. This group includes three registered nurses and three volunteers. They also have one licensed practical nurse and two physicians on staff. Having this mix of pros helps them address medical needs while keeping a personal touch. That is why checking their status matters. It gives you a clear picture of who will walk through your door each day to help your loved one stay at home.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in DOWNEY?
Hospice care in Los Angeles County focuses on comfort and pain relief. Your care team comes to your home to help with daily needs. They provide medical equipment and supplies for the patient. The team includes nurses who visit to check on symptoms. Volunteers often help by sitting with patients or offering respite for family members. Physicians lead the plan of care to ensure it stays effective over time. You will find that most hospice agencies in this area offer visits seven days a week. It is a team effort. The goal is simple. They want to keep your loved one comfortable and peaceful in their own house. This allows families to focus on spending time together instead of worrying about trips to the hospital or pharmacy needs.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a provider requires clear answers. You deserve to know how they work. Start by asking how quickly they can arrive for an emergency visit at night. Most providers should offer 24-hour support. Ask how many nurses they have on staff to handle your specific area. You should also ask how they manage pain and other symptoms at home. It is smart to ask if their volunteers are trained for end-of-life support. Finally, ask what happens if your loved one needs a higher level of care than home visits can provide. Getting these answers early saves you stress later. You want a team that communicates well with your family. Be sure to ask about their specific experience with your loved one's health condition.
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