HOME CONNECT HOSPICE, LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 200 BROWN ROAD
FREMONT, CA 94539 - Medicare Certified Since
- February 9, 2022
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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 August 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) | 1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
2
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 HOME CONNECT HOSPICE, LLC 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HOME CONNECT HOSPICE, LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
8.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 13th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
47
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 day8.7 min
Ranks better than about 13% 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 weekends8.3%
Ranks better than about 54% 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 life73.4%
Ranks better than about 9% 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 visits75.9%
Ranks better than about 18% 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 care21.7%
Ranks better than about 2% 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 months17.4%
Ranks better than about 90% 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 care8.7%
Ranks better than about 42% 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 hospice6.5%
Ranks better than about 6% 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$20,871 · 65th 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 8 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 13.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening85.2%
- Pain assessment97.6%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.2%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed98.4%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.4%
- Visits in the last days of life13.8%
- All care steps completed83.2%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer18%
- Dementia27%
- Heart and circulatory disease18%
- Lung and respiratory disease6%
- Stroke19%
- Other conditions14%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice Care in Fremont
Home Connect Hospice, LLC provides end of life care services to families in Fremont, California. This freestanding hospice agency has served the community since early 2022. They hold accreditation from the Community Health Accreditation Partner, also known as CHAP. This status shows they meet specific standards for quality and safety. Their office sits on Brown Road in Alameda County. Choosing a local provider often helps families stay connected to their care team during difficult transitions. The agency focuses on delivering support directly to patients where they live. Families often find that having a nearby team makes a real difference in daily care coordination. This provider is part of the local healthcare network in Alameda County.
About Home Connect Hospice, LLC
Home Connect Hospice, LLC operates as a freestanding hospice provider. They earned their Medicare certification in February 2022. The agency maintains accreditation through CHAP. This group reviews hospice programs to ensure they follow national best practices for patient care. It is an independent check on how the agency functions. Families should know that this provider maintains a small staff size. Their team includes one registered nurse who coordinates medical needs. The agency currently reports no volunteers on their staff roster. Small teams can sometimes offer more personal attention to each patient. You should ask how they manage care coverage during off hours. Knowing who will answer the phone at night provides peace of mind. They are accountable to federal standards for every patient they serve.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in Fremont?
Hospice care in Fremont focuses on comfort when curative treatments are no longer the primary goal. Agencies here work to manage pain and symptoms while supporting the family unit. Home Connect Hospice, LLC operates as a small agency with two total employees. This includes one registered nurse who manages clinical care tasks. They do not currently use licensed practical nurses or volunteers in their staffing model. The team works directly within the community to visit patients at home. You can expect them to coordinate with your existing doctors to keep care plans updated. Because the team is small, the nurse likely has a clear view of each patient. Ask them how they handle urgent needs when the nurse is not on site. Local hospice care should feel supportive and clear for everyone involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Selecting the right hospice agency is a big step for your family. Start by asking how the team handles after hours emergencies. You need to know exactly who to call at three in the morning. Ask how often the nurse will visit the home each week. It is also good to ask how they work with your primary doctor. Does the agency provide all medical supplies, or do you need to source them? Ask about their plan for pain management and how they adjust meds. Finally, ask what happens if your needs change and you require a different level of care. You deserve clear answers to these questions before you sign any forms. Take your time to find a team that fits your specific needs.
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