TOGETHER HOSPICE CARE LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 7771 UNIVERSITY AVENUE
LA MESA, CA 91942 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- October 12, 2014
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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) | 4 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
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 TOGETHER HOSPICE CARE 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 2018.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how TOGETHER HOSPICE CARE LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
11.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 39th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
86
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 day11.3 min
Ranks better than about 39% 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 weekends9.4%
Ranks better than about 65% 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 life95.9%
Ranks better than about 69% 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 visits63.1%
Ranks better than about 36% 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 care13.5%
Ranks better than about 12% 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 months38.5%
Ranks better than about 45% 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 care1.4%
Ranks better than about 80% 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 hospice1.4%
Ranks better than about 45% 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$17,625 · 48th 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 53.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment78.8%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life53.8%
- All care steps completed86.9%
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%
- Dementia34%
- Heart and circulatory disease21%
- Lung and respiratory disease7%
- Stroke15%
- Other conditions10%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Together Hospice Care LLC
Together Hospice Care LLC serves families in La Mesa, California. This provider offers hospice services to people in the San Diego area. They have been certified by Medicare since 2014. The Joint Commission accredits this organization. That is a sign they meet high standards for safety and patient care.
Hospice care focuses on comfort when a cure is no longer the goal. This team helps patients manage pain. They also provide support for family members during a difficult time. Their mission is to offer care with kindness and skill. You can find them on University Avenue in the 91942 zip code area.
About Together Hospice Care LLC
This is a for-profit hospice provider. They have operated under Medicare certification for about ten years. The Joint Commission accreditation is a key detail here. This group checks hospitals and hospice teams to ensure they follow strict safety rules. They look at how a team handles medicine and patient records. It means an outside group reviewed their work.
The team consists of nine total employees. This includes four registered nurses and one physician. They also have one volunteer to help with tasks. Having a small team can mean more personal attention for your loved one. Most families want to know who will be in the home. You should ask about their daily schedule. Knowing the staff size helps you plan for the care your loved one will receive each week.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in La Mesa?
Hospice care in this part of San Diego brings medical support directly to a patient. Most care happens where the person lives. This could be a private home or a care facility. The goal is to keep the patient comfortable and pain-free. It is about quality of life.
The team works together to meet physical and emotional needs. At this provider, the staff includes a doctor and several nurses. They manage symptoms and explain what to expect. These professionals visit the home to check on the patient. They also teach family members how to help. It keeps the patient in a familiar space. That is often what families want. The team handles the medical side so you can focus on being a family member again.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel comfortable with the team you pick. Do not be afraid to ask direct questions. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can arrive if there is an emergency at night. Find out who will be the main contact person for your family.
- How often will a nurse visit the home each week?
- Who do we call if we have a question on a weekend?
- How does the team help manage pain and other symptoms?
- Can you tell us how you support family members after a loss?
Ask these questions to get clear answers. A good provider will be happy to explain their process to you. They want you to feel sure about your choice. Take your time with this decision. It is okay to speak with more than one agency to see who fits your needs best.
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