ALTADENA HOSPICE CARE, INC.
Provider Information
- Address
- 133 N ALTADENA DR STE. 385
PASADENA, CA 91107 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 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 |
7
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 ALTADENA 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ALTADENA HOSPICE CARE, INC. compares to hospices nationwide.
7.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 8th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
28
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 day7.7 min
Ranks better than about 8% 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 weekends11.3%
Ranks better than about 77% 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 life66.7%
Ranks better than about 7% 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 visits37.6%
Ranks better than about 70% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 months50%
Ranks better than about 17% 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 care2.1%
Ranks better than about 77% 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)67th 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$27,988 · 88th 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.
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia13%
- Lung and respiratory disease11%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Altadena Hospice Care, Inc.
Altadena Hospice Care, Inc. provides hospice services for families in Pasadena, California. This provider operates as a freestanding hospice agency within Los Angeles County. They have been certified by Medicare since August 2021. The agency maintains accreditation through the Community Health Accreditation Partner, known as CHAP.
Accreditation shows that an outside group has reviewed the provider against national standards. CHAP holds agencies to high marks for patient safety and care quality. This process helps families know that the hospice meets specific rules for health services. It is a sign of a commitment to professional standards. The agency maintains a team that includes registered nurses and physicians to support patient needs. They focus on providing care where the patient lives.
Provider Details
This agency is a for-profit hospice provider. They have a small, focused team of seven employees to manage care. This team includes one registered nurse and one licensed practical nurse. They also have one physician on staff and one volunteer. Being a smaller agency can sometimes mean more personal attention for each patient and family.
Medicare certification means they follow federal rules for hospice care. The agency has strong quality marks based on the CMS Hospice Care Index. They hold high ratings for the quality of care they provide to patients. These scores reflect how well the agency manages pain and meets patient needs. You should always look at the most recent public data before choosing a provider. That way you have the latest information about their performance in the local community.
Quality Overview
What Is Hospice Care Like in PASADENA?
Hospice care in Pasadena centers on comfort rather than a cure. The team comes to your home or a care facility to help. They manage pain and symptoms so the patient stays as comfortable as possible. The goal is to improve the quality of each day. You will work with nurses and doctors who specialize in end-of-life support.
These professionals visit on a schedule to check on the patient. They also help family members understand what to expect. Care plans are flexible. They can change as the patient needs more or less support over time. Local hospice teams in Los Angeles County are used to working with families in various living situations. You can ask them how they coordinate with your local doctors. Clear communication makes the whole process much easier for everyone involved.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel empowered to ask direct questions. Start by asking how quickly they can get a nurse to your home in an emergency. Find out how they handle pain management during the night or on weekends. It is essential to know who will be the main point of contact for your family.
- How often will a nurse visit my loved one?
- What support do you offer to family caregivers?
- How do you handle medical equipment delivery and setup?
- Can you explain your process for after-hours calls?
These questions help you see how the agency works. Pay attention to how they answer you. You want a team that listens well and explains things clearly. A good provider will welcome these questions. They want you to feel confident in the care plan they create.
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