ADMIRAL HOSPICE CARE, INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 4010 WATSON PLAZA DRIVE SUITE 120
LAKEWOOD, CA 90712 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 11, 2007
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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) | 3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 5 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 2 |
21
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 ADMIRAL HOSPICE CARE, 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
- 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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ADMIRAL HOSPICE CARE, INC compares to hospices nationwide.
15.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 80th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
2
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
Medicare reports this hospice billed for routine home care only. Hospices can also provide continuous home care, inpatient care, and respite care when symptoms are harder to manage. There can be good reasons for this. Ask the provider how they handle a crisis at home.
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 day15.6 min
Ranks better than about 80% 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 weekends5.7%
Ranks better than about 23% 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 life87.5%
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 visits61.1%
Ranks better than about 38% 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 care20%
Ranks better than about 3% 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 months60%
Ranks better than about 7% 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 care20%
Ranks better than about 7% 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 hospice0%
Ranks better than about 55% 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$24,852 · 81st 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.
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Admiral Hospice Care in Lakewood
Admiral Hospice Care, Inc. serves families in Lakewood, California. This provider offers end-of-life support to those living in the Los Angeles area. They have held Medicare certification since 2007. The agency maintains accreditation through the Joint Commission. This group acts as an independent body that checks if a facility meets high safety and quality standards. Accreditation shows a commitment to these goals. It means they follow strict rules to keep care safe for every single patient they serve.
About Admiral Hospice Care, Inc.
This is a for-profit hospice provider. They operate as a freestanding agency. This means they are not part of a larger hospital system. Being freestanding allows them to focus only on hospice services. Families should know that the Joint Commission accreditation means they pass regular audits. These audits look at how the agency manages medicine and patient safety. A team of twenty-one people works here. This includes three registered nurses and five licensed practical nurses. Two doctors and two volunteers round out the group. Having both nurses and doctors on staff helps manage pain and comfort. It is important to look at how these roles work together. Each role plays a part in keeping a patient comfortable at home. You can learn more about these staff numbers by checking the official records on this page.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in Lakewood?
Hospice care in Lakewood focuses on comfort for the patient. It aims to improve quality of life when a cure is no longer the main goal. The care team comes to where the patient lives. This could be a private house or a care facility. A team of experts handles different needs. Admiral Hospice Care uses a mix of staff to do this. They have three registered nurses and five licensed practical nurses. Doctors and volunteers also help with daily tasks. The nurses visit often to check on pain levels. They talk with the family about any changes they see. This helps everyone stay on the same page. It is a team effort. The goal is to keep the patient calm and pain-free every day. That is the point of hospice care for your loved one.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice provider is a big step. You should ask clear questions to find the right fit. Start by asking how often a nurse will visit the home. You should also ask how the team handles pain at night or on weekends. Ask who to call if you have a worry after office hours. Finally, ask how they help the family cope with the loss of a loved one. Each provider has different ways to support you. Do not feel rushed when you ask these things. You deserve to get clear answers. Write down the answers so you can compare them later. This process helps you feel more sure about your final choice. Take your time with this task.
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