MISSION HOSPICE SERVICES OF RANCHO MIRAGE, LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 71703 HIGHWAY 111, STE 1C
RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 6, 2019
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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) | 0 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
2
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 MISSION HOSPICE SERVICES OF RANCHO MIRAGE, LLC 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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how MISSION HOSPICE SERVICES OF RANCHO MIRAGE, LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
12.1 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 48th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
132
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 day12.1 min
Ranks better than about 48% 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 weekends7.1%
Ranks better than about 40% 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 life89.7%
Ranks better than about 30% 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 visits29.5%
Ranks better than about 79% 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 care11.8%
Ranks better than about 18% 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 months37.5%
Ranks better than about 48% 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 care10.4%
Ranks better than about 33% 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 hospice1.4%
Ranks better than about 45% 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$23,715 · 77th 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 46.3% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.8%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.8%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed98.6%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.8%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids98.6%
- Visits in the last days of life46.3%
- All care steps completed97.7%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer21%
- Dementia20%
- Heart and circulatory disease24%
- Lung and respiratory disease4%
- Stroke24%
- Other conditions8%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Support for Your Loved Ones
Mission Hospice Services of Rancho Mirage offers compassionate end-of-life care for families in Riverside County. Located at 71703 Highway 111, this team provides essential support to patients and their loved ones during difficult times. Their focus is on comfort, dignity, and quality of life. Choosing the right hospice is a deeply personal decision that impacts your daily peace of mind. This provider works to ensure that patients in Rancho Mirage receive the care they deserve right where they live. Whether at home or in a care facility, their staff aims to manage symptoms and provide emotional guidance. It is about making every moment count when time feels short. They help families navigate the physical and emotional changes that come at the end of life. You do not have to walk this path alone.
About Mission Hospice Services of Rancho Mirage
This provider operates as a for-profit organization. They have been Medicare certified since May 6, 2019. That means they meet the federal standards required to provide care under the Medicare Hospice Benefit. Being certified is a baseline, but families should always look deeper into how a team connects with their patients. The thing is, ownership status tells you about the business model, but the staff tells you about the heart of the care. You should feel comfortable asking how they handle after-hours calls or weekend visits. Families often prioritize providers who are easy to reach when a crisis happens at night. Since they have served the Rancho Mirage area for several years, they likely understand the local healthcare landscape well. Take the time to talk with them directly. See if their communication style matches what your family needs right now.
Quality Care Ratings
Understanding Hospice Care in Rancho Mirage
Hospice care in Southern California is about more than just medicine. It is a support system that wraps around the entire family. In a place like Rancho Mirage, many providers work to coordinate care with local hospitals and primary doctors. The goal is always to keep the patient comfortable in their own home for as long as possible. Many people wait too long to call for help. That is a mistake. Hospice is not just for the final days of life. It can provide months of support for both the patient and the caregivers. The team includes nurses, aides, social workers, and chaplains. They all work together to address physical pain, but they also offer help for spiritual and emotional distress. If you are feeling overwhelmed, it is usually a sign that you could benefit from their extra set of hands.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You need to feel confident in the team you choose. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home in an emergency. Speed matters when a patient is in pain. Ask how they handle medication changes at night or on the weekend. Another good question is how many patients each nurse usually sees in a single day. You want to know if they will have enough time for your loved one. Ask about their volunteer program, too. Volunteers can sit with patients to give family members a much-needed break for a few hours. Finally, ask what happens if the patient's needs change and they need to go to a hospital. A good provider will have a clear plan for that transition. Trust your gut feeling during these conversations. The right team will make you feel heard and respected.
Preserve Your Family's Story
Your loved one has a lifetime of stories and wisdom to share. Capturing these memories now creates a beautiful gift for your family to cherish for generations to come.
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