MERIDIAN HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 3900 NEWPARK MALL
NEWARK, CA 94560 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- December 14, 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) | 2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 2 |
8
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 MERIDIAN HOSPICE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
An older Medicare record for this hospice lists short-term inpatient care as “not provided.” That code may be out of date. Medicare requires certified hospices to make inpatient care available for symptom management and caregiver respite. Ask this hospice how it arranges a bed if symptoms become hard to manage at home.
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 MERIDIAN HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
20 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 95th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
8
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 day20 min
Ranks better than about 95% 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 weekends14.2%
Ranks better than about 86% 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 life87.8%
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 visits70%
Ranks better than about 25% 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 care17.6%
Ranks better than about 5% 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 months11.8%
Ranks better than about 94% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 hospice5.9%
Ranks better than about 7% 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$12,683 · 22nd 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 8 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 9.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment96%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment95.8%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life9.8%
- All care steps completed97.4%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer22%
- Dementia29%
- Stroke19%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Providing Care in Newark
Meridian Hospice offers comfort-focused care for families living in Newark, California. They operate out of their office at 3900 Newpark Mall in Alameda County. Their team helps patients manage pain and find peace during their final months. Choosing a partner for end-of-life care is a deeply personal decision. Meridian Hospice focuses on supporting both the patient and their loved ones through this transition. They have been helping the community since their Medicare certification began in late 2021. The goal is simple: to make every day count for those they serve. It is about dignity. It is about comfort. And it is about being there when it matters most.
About MERIDIAN HOSPICE
Meridian Hospice is a for-profit provider that earned its Medicare certification on December 14, 2021. Being for-profit means they operate as a private business while still meeting federal standards set by Medicare. You might wonder what that means for your family. It simply describes their tax status and management structure. They must follow the same strict rules as non-profit groups to keep their license. The thing is, quality of care matters more than a label. Families should look at how a team talks to them during the first meeting. Do they listen? Do they explain things clearly? That is the real test of a good hospice provider. Meridian Hospice has built its reputation on these interactions. They work hard to meet the needs of residents in Alameda County every day.
Quality Care Rating
Understanding Hospice Care in NEWARK
Hospice care in Alameda County is designed to help families handle the challenges of a serious illness. It is not just about medical equipment or medicine. It is about a team approach. You get nurses, aides, and social workers who visit your home. Most people don't realize that hospice can start much sooner than the final days. It is meant for patients with a life expectancy of six months or less. The service is covered by Medicare, so most families pay very little out of pocket. In Newark, you have access to several options, but finding one that fits your family's personality is key. You want people who share your values. You want a team that feels like an extension of your own family. That is the standard for good care here.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have questions. That is completely normal. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home in an emergency. You should also ask who will be on your specific care team. Will you see the same nurse every week? Consistency builds trust. Ask them how they handle pain management when things get difficult at night or on weekends. Do they have a doctor on call 24/7? And ask about their experience with your specific diagnosis. Some teams have special skills for certain conditions. Write these answers down. Compare them side-by-side if you are looking at more than one option. Trust your gut feeling after the interview. If the answers don't feel right, keep looking. Your family deserves the best support possible during this time.
Keep Your Family Stories Alive
This time of life is for sharing memories and wisdom. We can help you record the stories that define your family history so they are never lost.
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