ORANGE COUNTY CARE HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 11021 WINNERS CIR, SUITE 204
LOS ALAMITOS, CA 90720 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 18, 2021
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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) | 1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
6
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 ORANGE COUNTY CARE HOSPICE 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ORANGE COUNTY CARE HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
6.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 4th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
12
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 day6.5 min
Ranks better than about 4% 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 weekends16.5%
Ranks better than about 90% 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 life80.8%
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 visits94.7%
Ranks better than about 3% 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 care8.3%
Ranks better than about 37% 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 months33.3%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 care8.3%
Ranks better than about 44% 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 hospice8.3%
Ranks better than about 3% 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$21,071 · 66th 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 16.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening96.9%
- Breathing difficulty screening96.9%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life16.7%
- All care steps completed90.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia40%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Care in Los Alamitos
Orange County Care Hospice serves families throughout Los Alamitos and the surrounding Orange County area. Located at 11021 Winners Circle, this provider offers end-of-life support focused on comfort and dignity. They help patients manage pain and symptoms while providing emotional support for the whole family. Choosing the right care is a deeply personal decision. Having a local team nearby can make a big difference when needs change quickly. They are there to help you navigate this time with kindness and professional care.
About Orange County Care Hospice
This is a for-profit hospice agency that has been certified by Medicare since September 2021. Being Medicare certified means they meet specific federal rules for safety and care quality. The thing is, not all hospices are the same. Some are large, while others are smaller and more local. You should look into how they handle after-hours calls and what their team looks like. Do they have a doctor, nurses, and social workers on staff? You want to know who will be entering your home. It helps to ask about their specific experience with your loved one's health needs. They have been serving the community for a few years now, and they are ready to talk about how their team can support your family's unique situation.
Quality Rating Note
Understanding Hospice Care in Los Alamitos
Finding the right care in Orange County can feel like a heavy task. But you have options. Most hospice care happens right where the patient lives. That could be a house, an apartment, or even a local nursing facility. The main goal is always the same. They want to keep your loved one comfortable and pain-free. And they focus on what matters most to the patient, like being surrounded by family or listening to favorite music. You do not have to move your loved one to a hospital for this kind of care. It comes to you. That is a huge relief for many families who want to stay in familiar surroundings. Always check if the agency has experience with the specific type of care your loved one needs right now.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
It is normal to feel overwhelmed. Start by asking these simple questions to get a better sense of how an agency works. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night or on the weekend. Second, ask how they help family members cope with the stress of caregiving. Third, ask how they manage pain and other difficult symptoms so the patient stays comfortable. And finally, ask if they have volunteers who can sit with your loved one if you need to run a quick errand. The answers should be clear and direct. If you feel like you are getting vague answers, keep asking until you feel at ease. You are the advocate for your loved one, and you deserve to feel confident in your choice.
Keep Your Family Stories Alive
This time is hard, but it is also a chance to gather memories and stories that define your loved one. Preserving these moments provides a lasting comfort for everyone in the family.
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