RIGHT CHOICE HOSPICE CARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 11728 MAGNOLIA AVE
RIVERSIDE, CA 92503 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 4, 2017
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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) | 4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 7 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
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 RIGHT CHOICE 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 RIGHT CHOICE HOSPICE CARE compares to hospices nationwide.
7.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 7th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
9
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 day7.5 min
Ranks better than about 7% 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 weekends7.4%
Ranks better than about 44% 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 life50%
Ranks better than about 4% 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 visits97%
Ranks better than about 1% 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 months41.9%
Ranks better than about 35% 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 care12.2%
Ranks better than about 26% 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$22,363 · 72nd 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 6 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 95.5% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- All care steps completed95.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Lung and respiratory disease37%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Care in Riverside
Right Choice Hospice Care serves families in Riverside, California. They provide support for patients and loved ones facing a life-limiting illness. The team at their Magnolia Avenue office works to manage pain and comfort. This helps keep patients in their own homes for as long as possible. The thing is, choosing the right care team feels like a huge task. That is why having a local provider in Riverside is a big help for many families. They focus on dignity and peace during a very hard time. Getting the right support early often makes a real difference in how a patient feels each day.
About Right Choice Hospice Care
Right Choice Hospice Care is a for-profit provider. They have been Medicare certified since September 2017. This means they meet federal rules for safety and care quality. Being in business for several years shows they have a track record in the community. You should know that for-profit status does not change the high standard of care they must follow. Medicare checks these providers to make sure they meet strict goals. What most people do not realize is that all Medicare-certified hospices must offer the same core services. This includes nursing, aide care, and spiritual support. The team at Right Choice is part of the broader Riverside healthcare network. They understand the specific needs of the local area. When you choose them, you are picking a team that has been reviewed by federal health experts for years.
Quality Performance
Understanding Hospice Care in Riverside
Riverside has many options for hospice, but finding the right fit takes a bit of work. Most families worry about finding a team that can get to their home quickly. Because Riverside is a large county, response time is a key factor. A good provider will have staff close by to help with sudden needs. And they should be able to answer your questions at any hour of the day. The goal of hospice is to help a person live their final months with comfort. It is not just about medical care. It is about the small things that make a day better. Whether it is music, a visit from a volunteer, or help with errands, these services add up. You deserve a team that listens to your family's specific wishes. That is the true heart of good care.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
It helps to have a list of questions ready when you meet a provider. Start by asking how they handle pain management at night or on the weekend. You need to know that someone will answer the phone right away. Ask how many nurses they have on staff in the Riverside area. It is also good to ask how they help families with the emotional side of loss. Do they offer grief support groups? Can they help with the paperwork that comes after a death? And finally, ask if they have experience with your specific diagnosis. You want a team that feels like a partner. If they seem rushed or do not answer clearly, look for another option. Trust your gut feeling when you talk to them. You are the expert on what your loved one needs most.
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