HOSPICE OF HUMBOLDT, INC.
Provider Information
- Address
- 3327 TIMBER FALL COURT
EUREKA, CA 95503 - Ownership Type
- Other
- Medicare Certified Since
- February 25, 1988
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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) | 26 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Physicians | 1 |
77
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 HOSPICE OF HUMBOLDT, INC. reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Provided directly by this hospice
- Type of inpatient care
- Both general inpatient care and respite care
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Supplied directly by this hospice
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.
Reported by this hospice to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services when it was certified in 2017.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HOSPICE OF HUMBOLDT, INC. compares to hospices nationwide.
13.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 65th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
95
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 day13.7 min
Ranks better than about 65% 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 weekends12.9%
Ranks better than about 83% 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 life87.7%
Ranks better than about 25% 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 visits55.8%
Ranks better than about 46% 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 care5.3%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 months27.5%
Ranks better than about 75% 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 care0.8%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 hospice1.5%
Ranks better than about 44% 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$14,452 · 31st 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 48.3% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment99.5%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.8%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.8%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids98.9%
- Visits in the last days of life48.3%
- All care steps completed98.7%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer29%
- Dementia6%
- Heart and circulatory disease10%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Stroke35%
- Other conditions11%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice of Humboldt, Inc.
Hospice of Humboldt, Inc. serves the Eureka, California community by providing end-of-life care. They support patients and their families through a difficult time. Their team focuses on comfort and quality of life. They offer physical, emotional, and spiritual help for those with a life-limiting illness. Families in Humboldt County turn to them for support when they need it most. They are committed to providing compassionate care during the final stages of life. Their staff works to make sure patients are comfortable in their own homes. This local provider is a key resource for those seeking end-of-life help in the region. They aim to improve the quality of each day for the people they serve.
About HOSPICE OF HUMBOLDT, INC.
Hospice of Humboldt, Inc. has been a Medicare certified provider since February 25, 1988. This long history shows their dedication to serving the people of Eureka. They operate as an 'Other' ownership type. This means they are not part of a large national chain. Families should know that choosing a local provider often means the staff knows the community well. They have built a reputation over many decades of service. When you choose a provider with this much history, you choose experience. They understand the local healthcare system in California. This experience helps them guide families through the hospice process. Their long term presence in Humboldt County provides stability for patients and their loved ones.
Quality of Care
Understanding Hospice Care in EUREKA
Hospice care in Eureka is about more than just medicine. It is a team approach to help patients live their best life. The team includes nurses, doctors, and social workers. They visit patients where they live. This could be a private home or a care facility. The goal is to manage pain and symptoms. They also provide emotional support for the whole family. In Humboldt County, hospice providers coordinate with local doctors. This ensures that the patient gets the right care at the right time. Hospice is not about giving up. It is about choosing comfort and dignity for the time that remains. It helps families focus on being together. You can ask for a referral to hospice at any time if you have a serious illness.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right hospice is a big decision for your family. You should feel comfortable with the team you pick. Here are some questions to help you decide:
- How quickly can a nurse visit my home if we have an emergency?
- How does your team help manage pain and other difficult symptoms?
- What kind of support do you offer to family caregivers who are tired?
- How do you include our personal wishes in the plan of care?
Take your time to talk with the provider. Ask them how they communicate with the family. You want a team that listens to you. You want a team that answers your questions clearly. Trust your gut feeling when you talk to them. The right hospice provider will be a partner for your family.
Preserve Your Family Stories
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