MARY, QUEEN OF ANGELS HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 10990 WARNER AVE, UNIT E
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 25, 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) | 2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 3 |
| Physicians | 1 |
10
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 MARY, QUEEN OF ANGELS HOSPICE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
An older Medicare record for this hospice lists short-term inpatient care as “not provided.” That code may be out of date. Medicare requires certified hospices to make inpatient care available for symptom management and caregiver respite. Ask this hospice how it arranges a bed if symptoms become hard to manage at home.
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Brought in through an outside supplier
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 2018.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how MARY, QUEEN OF ANGELS HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
7.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 8th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
10
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 day7.7 min
Ranks better than about 8% 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 weekends4.7%
Ranks better than about 13% 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 life80%
Ranks better than about 14% 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 visits85.3%
Ranks better than about 8% 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 care15%
Ranks better than about 9% 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 months50%
Ranks better than about 17% 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 care5%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 hospice5%
Ranks better than about 11% 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)87th 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$26,069 · 84th 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 7 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 16% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment95.5%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life16%
- All care steps completed82.8%
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 disease47%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Mary, Queen of Angels Hospice
Mary, Queen of Angels Hospice provides end of life care for residents in Fountain Valley, California. This provider offers services to support patients and their families during difficult times. They have held a Medicare certification since September 2015. The team carries an accreditation from The Joint Commission. This organization sets high standards for safety and quality in healthcare settings. Families often look for this mark when they choose a provider. It shows the team works hard to meet national goals. They serve the Orange County area with a dedicated staff. You can reach their office on Warner Avenue for more information about their specific care plans.
About Mary, Queen of Angels Hospice
This provider operates as a for profit hospice organization. Being a for profit agency means they manage their own business structure while following federal Medicare rules. They have been certified by Medicare for nearly a decade. The Joint Commission accreditation is a big deal for quality oversight. This group sends experts to check the office and clinical practices. They look at how the team manages medicines and patient records. If a hospice earns this seal, it means they met rigorous safety requirements. Families should know that this is a voluntary process for the provider. Choosing a place with this status shows a commitment to high standards. It is one way to measure if a team follows best practices every day. The staff size includes ten members who work together to support patient comfort and family needs.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Fountain Valley?
Hospice care in this part of Orange County focuses on comfort and relief. The team helps patients manage pain and other symptoms at home or in a facility. Mary, Queen of Angels Hospice employs a small, focused team to deliver this care. Their staff includes two registered nurses and three licensed practical nurses. They also have one physician on the team to oversee medical decisions. These professionals work together to create a plan that fits each person. They visit patients to provide hands on help and monitor changes in health. A smaller team can sometimes offer more personal attention. This is helpful when you need quick answers about symptoms. You can expect them to coordinate with your regular doctors. They aim to make the final months as calm and clear as possible for everyone involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have the right to ask questions before you pick a team. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can arrive if an emergency happens at night. Most providers have on call staff for this exact reason. Ask how they handle pain management and if they have specific experience with your loved one's condition. You should also ask how the team will communicate with your family. Will you have one main contact person? This helps keep things simple. Ask how they support family members with grief or emotional needs. Some agencies offer regular visits from social workers or chaplains. Finally, ask about their specific experience in Fountain Valley. Knowing how they serve the local community matters. Write down the answers so you can compare your options later. Do not feel rushed to make a choice until you have the facts.
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