R C HOSPICE CARE, INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 3043 GOLD CANAL DR, SUITE 220
RANCHO CORDOVA, CA 95670 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- February 25, 2015
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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) | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 4 |
29
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 R C 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
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.
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 R C HOSPICE CARE, INC compares to hospices nationwide.
16.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 87th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
48
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 day16.9 min
Ranks better than about 87% 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 weekends7.7%
Ranks better than about 47% 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 life92.1%
Ranks better than about 41% 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 visits54.4%
Ranks better than about 48% 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 care6.2%
Ranks better than about 51% 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 months63.1%
Ranks better than about 5% 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 care1.5%
Ranks better than about 79% 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)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$27,606 · 87th 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 39.5% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment84.2%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment97.8%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids84%
- Visits in the last days of life39.5%
- All care steps completed94.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer16%
- Dementia39%
- Heart and circulatory disease14%
- Stroke8%
- Other conditions22%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About R C Hospice Care, Inc
R C Hospice Care, Inc serves families in Rancho Cordova, California. This provider offers hospice services to those who need end of life support. They have been certified by Medicare since February 2015. The team holds accreditation from the Joint Commission. This group sets high standards for health care safety and quality. Accreditation shows that an outside team checked their work. They look at how the staff cares for patients every day. This helps families know the provider meets strict rules for care. The agency is a for-profit provider based in Sacramento County. They work to bring comfort to people in their own homes or care settings. It is a local choice for those in the area.
About R C Hospice Care, Inc
This agency operates as a freestanding hospice provider. Being independent means they focus solely on hospice care needs. The Joint Commission accreditation is a marker of their commitment to performance. They check on things like pain control and staff training. This makes sure that patients get safe care. The agency employs 29 people to help with daily needs. This includes eight registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. They also have two physicians on staff to guide medical care. Four volunteers help round out the team. Families should know that this mix of staff allows for a full approach to care. Medicare certification means they follow federal rules for hospice. These rules protect patients and ensure quality. You can look at their official records to see how they compare to other local teams.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Rancho Cordova?
Hospice care in Rancho Cordova focuses on comfort and quality of life. The goal is to manage pain and symptoms for patients with serious illness. Teams come to you. They often visit the home or a care facility. R C Hospice Care, Inc uses a team of 29 staff members to do this. This includes doctors, nurses, and trained volunteers. The registered nurses lead the medical care plan. They work with the doctors to adjust medicine and comfort tools. Volunteers offer extra help for families during hard times. The team approach means your loved one gets care from many angles. It is not just about medicine. It is about emotional and social support too. Having a local team means they know the community well. They can get to patients quickly when needs change. This local presence is a big help.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice team is a big decision. You want to feel good about who enters your home. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can visit if a problem happens at night. Ask how the team handles pain management after hours. You should also ask how often a nurse will visit your loved one each week. Ask if they have experience with the specific illness your family member has. It is also good to ask how they support family caregivers. Find out how volunteers help with daily tasks or errands. You can ask about their staff turnover rates. A stable team often provides better care over time. Write down your questions before you call. This helps you keep track of the answers you get from each group.
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