COMMUNITY HOSPICE, INC - HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 4368 SPYRES WAY
MODESTO, CA 95356 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 18, 1988
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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) | 48 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 18 |
| Volunteers | 7 |
112
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 COMMUNITY HOSPICE, INC - HOSPICE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Both provided directly and arranged with other facilities
- 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 COMMUNITY HOSPICE, INC - HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
12 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 47th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
187
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 day12 min
Ranks better than about 47% 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 weekends13.5%
Ranks better than about 85% 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 life99.5%
Ranks better than about 92% 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 visits21.9%
Ranks better than about 87% 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 care10.7%
Ranks better than about 23% 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 months30.5%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 care5.6%
Ranks better than about 58% 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)89th 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$13,189 · 24th 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 84.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.3%
- Pain assessment99.7%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.7%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.6%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.9%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.5%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99.7%
- Visits in the last days of life84.6%
- All care steps completed98.2%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer24%
- Dementia24%
- Heart and circulatory disease14%
- Lung and respiratory disease13%
- Stroke12%
- Other conditions16%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Community Hospice in Modesto
Community Hospice, Inc. serves families in Modesto, California. They offer end-of-life care for those who need medical support and comfort. This provider has earned accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. That group checks to see if hospices meet high standards for safety and care. They have been certified by Medicare since 1988. This long history shows they have deep roots in the local community. Their team includes 48 registered nurses and 18 licensed practical nurses. These professionals work hard to manage pain and symptoms for every patient. They also have 7 volunteers who provide extra support to families. Choosing a hospice is a big decision for any family. Learning about their history and their staff helps you make an informed choice for your loved ones.
About Community Hospice, Inc.
This is a non-profit organization. Non-profit status often means the group puts its money back into patient services. They operate as a freestanding hospice in Stanislaus County. This means they are not part of a hospital or a nursing home. Their accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care is a strong sign of quality. This group looks at how a hospice handles medicine, safety, and patient rights. They check if the hospice follows strict rules every single day. A provider with this mark has gone through a tough review process. You can feel better knowing they have passed these outside tests. They have 112 employees total. That is a large team for a local hospice provider. Having this many staff members allows them to spread their time across many homes in the area. They focus on the needs of the patient first.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Modesto?
Hospice care in Modesto focuses on comfort for patients and their families. It brings medical care directly to where the patient lives. You do not need to go to a hospital to get this help. The team uses registered nurses and licensed practical nurses to visit the home. They manage pain and help with daily needs. These professionals also teach family members how to help their loved ones. A hospice team includes many people with different skills. They work together to make sure the patient stays as comfortable as possible. Some hospice teams also include social workers and chaplains. But the main goal remains the same. They want to improve the quality of each day for the patient. You can expect a plan that changes based on what the patient needs at that moment.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team is hard work. You should talk to them before making a final choice. Ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. Ask how they help family members cope with grief after a loss. It is also good to ask how they handle pain medicine and equipment needs. You should find out which doctors are on their team. Ask if they have experience with the specific illness your loved one has. Do not be afraid to ask about their staff ratios. You want to know if they have enough people to help when you need them most. Take your time to get the answers that matter to you. You deserve to feel clear about the care your family will receive.
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