VITAS HEALTHCARE CORPORATION OF CALIFORNIA
Provider Information
- Address
- 670 N MCCARTHY BOULEVARD, SUITE 220
MILPITAS, CA 95035 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- February 14, 2002
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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) | 42 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 22 |
| Physicians | 4 |
| Volunteers | 7 |
158
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 VITAS HEALTHCARE CORPORATION OF CALIFORNIA 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 VITAS HEALTHCARE CORPORATION OF CALIFORNIA compares to hospices nationwide.
26 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 98th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
260
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 day26 min
Ranks better than about 98% 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 weekends8.5%
Ranks better than about 57% 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 life98%
Ranks better than about 86% 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 visits31.6%
Ranks better than about 77% 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%
Ranks better than about 13% 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 months41.6%
Ranks better than about 36% 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 care6.3%
Ranks better than about 54% 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 hospice3.4%
Ranks better than about 21% 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)94th 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$24,034 · 78th 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 60.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99%
- Pain assessment99.9%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.3%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life60.8%
- All care steps completed98.9%
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%
- Dementia10%
- Heart and circulatory disease12%
- Lung and respiratory disease9%
- Stroke31%
- Other conditions22%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Overview of VITAS Healthcare
VITAS Healthcare Corporation of California operates in Milpitas, California. This hospice provider offers end-of-life care services to families in Santa Clara County. They have held Medicare certification since early 2002. The organization also carries accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This status means they meet specific standards for patient safety and quality. Families in the area can look to this provider for support during a difficult time.
About VITAS HEALTHCARE CORPORATION OF CALIFORNIA
This organization operates as a for-profit hospice provider. They have been active for over two decades. The Accreditation Commission for Health Care reviews their processes to ensure they meet high standards. This group checks for safety and care quality. It acts as a third party to verify that the provider follows strict rules. The team includes 42 registered nurses and 22 licensed practical nurses. They also have 4 physicians and 7 volunteers on staff. These numbers show a team ready to handle various patient needs. You should know that for-profit status means they are a private business. They still must meet federal requirements to keep their Medicare certification. The provider maintains a large staff to cover the needs of their patients in the region. Always ask how they assign team members to individual cases when you talk with them.
What Is Hospice Care Like in MILPITAS?
Hospice care in Santa Clara County focuses on comfort for patients and families. Providers like this one offer medical support and symptom relief in the home. The team approach is standard here. You get care from nurses, doctors, and volunteers who work together. They visit you where you live. This makes life easier for your family. The staff size includes 158 total employees ready to assist. That is a large group. They focus on managing pain and keeping the patient calm. Most hospice care happens in the home setting. Some providers also work with local nursing homes to offer support there. You can ask this team how they coordinate visits in your specific neighborhood. They should explain how they handle emergencies after hours. It is good to know who will answer the phone at night.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice provider is a big step for your family. You need answers to make a good choice. Start by asking about their response time for urgent calls. You want to know how fast a nurse can reach your home. Also ask how they handle pain management during the night or on weekends. It is helpful to ask about their volunteer services. Find out how volunteers help families. Do they provide respite time for caregivers? Ask about their experience with your specific diagnosis. Some providers have more training in certain conditions. Finally, ask for a list of the facilities they work with if your loved one is not at home. These questions help you see if they fit your needs. Take notes during your talk with them. This helps you compare different providers later.
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