NEWPORT HOSPICE CARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 9849 FOOTHILL BLVD, UNIT B
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 11, 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 |
| Physicians | 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 NEWPORT HOSPICE CARE 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 NEWPORT HOSPICE CARE compares to hospices nationwide.
12.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 56th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
40
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 day12.8 min
Ranks better than about 56% 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 weekends5.5%
Ranks better than about 20% 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 life98.7%
Ranks better than about 90% 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 visits43.6%
Ranks better than about 62% 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 care4.2%
Ranks better than about 66% 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 months53.8%
Ranks better than about 13% 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 care7.6%
Ranks better than about 48% 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)83rd 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$25,584 · 83rd 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 12.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment70.4%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment67.6%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life12.4%
- All care steps completed72.6%
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%
- Dementia30%
- Heart and circulatory disease16%
- Stroke8%
- Other conditions24%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Newport Hospice Care in Rancho Cucamonga
Newport Hospice Care provides end-of-life support for people living in Rancho Cucamonga, California. This provider operates as a freestanding hospice agency. They hold accreditation from the Joint Commission. This means an outside group checked their work to meet high safety standards. Families in San Bernardino County have this option for medical and emotional support. They have been certified by Medicare since 2021. The team works to keep patients comfortable during their final months. That is their main goal. You can find their office on Foothill Boulevard. They serve the local community with a small, focused staff. It is good to know who is nearby when you need help.
About Newport Hospice Care
This agency is a for-profit hospice provider. They have been active in the Medicare program for over three years. Accreditation from the Joint Commission is a big step for any health agency. It shows they choose to follow strict rules for patient safety. The organization visits the office to check their records and care habits. They look at how the team handles medicine and patient needs. Most agencies do not have this extra seal of approval. Newport Hospice Care keeps a small team to manage their daily work. They employ seven people in total. This includes two registered nurses and one physician. Having a doctor on the team helps keep care plans accurate. You should ask how often these staff members visit your home. Small teams can sometimes offer more personal attention to each family. It is a detail worth checking.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Rancho Cucamonga?
Hospice care in this part of California focuses on comfort rather than a cure. The team comes to where the patient lives. This could be a private house or a care facility. They bring medical supplies and equipment to the bedside. The staff includes two registered nurses and one physician to lead the care. They work with the family to manage pain and other symptoms. Nurses handle the physical needs, while other staff members offer emotional support. You do not have to move to a hospital for this care. Everything happens at home. This allows families to spend more time together in a familiar space. The goal is to keep the patient calm and pain-free every day. That is the point of hospice. It is about quality of life. Ask if they have local staff who can reach your home quickly in an emergency.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Finding the right fit for your family takes some work. You should talk to a few different agencies before you decide. Start by asking how many nurses they have on call at night. You need to know who will answer the phone at 3:00 AM. Ask how they handle pain medication delivery. Speed matters when someone is hurting. Find out how often the doctor visits the patient. Some agencies use a doctor to oversee the plan, but you might want to know if they see the patient in person. Ask about their experience with your specific diagnosis. Every illness is different. Finally, ask what happens if your needs change suddenly. You want a partner who can adjust the care plan as things get harder. Do not feel rushed to pick the first one you call.
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