LATREIA HEALTHCARE SERVICES, INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 3090 FITE CIRCLE, SUITE 101
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 12, 2018
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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 August 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) | 6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 6 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 3 |
27
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 LATREIA HEALTHCARE SERVICES, 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 LATREIA HEALTHCARE SERVICES, INC compares to hospices nationwide.
13.2 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 60th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
36
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 day13.2 min
Ranks better than about 60% 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 weekends6.2%
Ranks better than about 29% 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 life96.1%
Ranks better than about 71% 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 visits56.7%
Ranks better than about 44% 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 care4.1%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 months56.2%
Ranks better than about 10% 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 care2.7%
Ranks better than about 74% 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$32,391 · 94th 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 41.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment87.5%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment71.4%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life41.4%
- All care steps completed84.3%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia33%
- Heart and circulatory disease14%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Other conditions28%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Latreia Healthcare Services, Inc
Latreia Healthcare Services, Inc serves the Sacramento, California area. This hospice provider operates as a freestanding agency. They offer end-of-life care focused on comfort and symptom management for patients and their families. The organization holds accreditation from the Joint Commission. This means they meet high standards for safety and quality in their daily operations. You can find their office on Fite Circle.
About Latreia Healthcare Services, Inc
This provider is a for-profit hospice organization. They have held Medicare certification since June 2018. The Joint Commission accreditation serves as a mark of quality. This group reviews health organizations to ensure they follow strict rules for patient care. It shows the agency wants to maintain high standards. Families should know that this provider operates with a team of twenty-seven total staff members. This team includes six registered nurses and six licensed practical nurses. One physician and three volunteers also support the staff. That is a solid support system for patient needs. You should look for these professional credentials when you talk with any hospice agency. It helps you understand who will provide care for your loved one. The focus remains on keeping the patient comfortable at home.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in Sacramento?
Hospice care in Sacramento focuses on the needs of the patient. The goal is to provide comfort rather than curing a terminal illness. Most care happens in the patient home but can also occur in other settings. You will have a team of experts helping you. This agency employs six registered nurses and six practical nurses. They also have a physician and three volunteers on their team. These people work together to manage pain and provide emotional support for the whole family. The team visits the patient on a schedule that fits their needs. You can ask them questions about medications or daily care. They are there to make a hard time a bit easier for everyone involved. Having a local team means they know the area well and can get to your home quickly when you need help.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel empowered to ask direct questions during your search. Start by asking how the team handles pain management for patients. It is also good to ask how often a nurse will visit the home. You need to know who to call if you have an emergency at night or on the weekend. Ask them how they help family members cope with the loss of a loved one. You should also ask about the role of their volunteers in daily care. Does the agency have a physician available for regular medical oversight? Finally, ask them to explain their plan for your specific situation. This helps you see if their services match your family needs. Take your time to get clear answers before you make a final decision for your loved one.
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