SILVERADO HOSPICE INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 6400 OAK CANYON DRIVE, SUITE 200
IRVINE, CA 92618 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- April 15, 2004
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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 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
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 SILVERADO HOSPICE INC 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
- General inpatient care (for pain or symptoms that cannot be managed elsewhere)
- 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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how SILVERADO HOSPICE 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.
188
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 weekends10.2%
Ranks better than about 71% 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 life94.6%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 visits73.1%
Ranks better than about 22% 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 care6%
Ranks better than about 53% 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 months49.2%
Ranks better than about 20% 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 care11.6%
Ranks better than about 29% 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%
Ranks better than about 50% 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$21,782 · 69th 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 58.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.4%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.5%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.8%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.4%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life58.8%
- All care steps completed98.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer17%
- Dementia52%
- Heart and circulatory disease11%
- Lung and respiratory disease4%
- Stroke5%
- Other conditions12%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Silverado Hospice Inc
Silverado Hospice Inc serves the Irvine, California area from their office on Oak Canyon Drive. They provide hospice care services to support patients and their loved ones. The agency holds accreditation from the Joint Commission, which shows they meet high standards for safety and care. They have been certified by Medicare since early 2004. This provider operates as a for-profit hospice and is a freestanding agency. Families in Orange County often look for local options that offer consistent care. Silverado Hospice Inc maintains a team to manage their daily operations. They focus on meeting the needs of those facing a life-limiting illness within the local community. Choosing a hospice is a big decision for any family. This provider offers a long history of service in the region.
Agency Background
Silverado Hospice Inc operates as a for-profit organization. They have participated in the Medicare program for two decades. The Joint Commission accreditation is a badge of quality. This group visits agencies to check if they follow strict safety rules. They look at how staff give care and keep medical records. This matters because it shows an outside group verified their performance. The team at this location includes one registered nurse, one physician, and one volunteer. Having a small team means you may get to know your care providers well. You should know that agencies like this must follow federal rules to stay in the Medicare program. Each state also has its own set of rules for hospice care. Silverado Hospice Inc works to balance these requirements while caring for patients in their homes or other settings.
Quality Summary
What Is Hospice Care Like in Irvine?
Hospice care in Irvine focuses on comfort when a cure is no longer the goal. The team visits you wherever you call home. They manage pain and other symptoms to keep the patient as comfortable as possible. Support for family members is also a core part of the service. You might receive visits from a nurse to check on health needs. A doctor oversees the plan of care to ensure it stays on track. Volunteers provide extra help with companionship or small tasks. This team approach aims to improve the quality of each day. Irvine has several hospice options, so you can compare how they handle these services. Think about what your family needs most during this time. Ask about how quickly a nurse can arrive if a sudden problem occurs. Good care is about being there when it matters most.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking the right hospice is a personal choice. You should feel comfortable with the team you choose. Start by asking how they handle pain management at night or on weekends. It is also good to ask how often a nurse will visit your home. You should confirm if they have experience with your specific health condition. Ask how they support family caregivers who may feel tired or overwhelmed. If they use volunteers, ask what those volunteers do to help. You might also ask if they offer grief support after a death occurs. It helps to write these questions down before you call. Good providers will welcome your questions and give clear answers. They want you to feel confident in the care they provide. Take your time to get the answers you need to make the best choice for your family.
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