HOSPICE OF THE SOUTH COAST LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 10251 VISTA SORRENTO PARKWAY, SUITE 270
SAN DIEGO, CA 92121 - Ownership Type
- Other
- Medicare Certified Since
- November 19, 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) | 10 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 11 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
39
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 HOSPICE OF THE SOUTH COAST 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
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- 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 2018.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HOSPICE OF THE SOUTH COAST LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
17.1 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 88th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
19
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 day17.1 min
Ranks better than about 88% 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 weekends9.5%
Ranks better than about 66% 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 life98.8%
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 visits52.7%
Ranks better than about 50% 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 care5.5%
Ranks better than about 57% 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 months52.7%
Ranks better than about 14% 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 care5.5%
Ranks better than about 59% 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 hospice1.8%
Ranks better than about 40% 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)67th 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$17,362 · 47th 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 81.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.3%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.4%
- Visits in the last days of life81.6%
- All care steps completed96.9%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer28%
- Dementia20%
- Heart and circulatory disease15%
- Stroke11%
- Other conditions20%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice of the South Coast
Hospice of the South Coast LLC serves families in San Diego, California. They provide end-of-life care and support for patients with serious illness. The agency holds accreditation from the ACHC. This means they meet high standards for safety and care quality. They have provided Medicare-certified services since 2015.
About HOSPICE OF THE SOUTH COAST LLC
This provider operates as a freestanding hospice. It is not part of a larger hospital system. Ownership is listed as Other. The team includes 10 registered nurses and 11 licensed practical nurses. One volunteer helps support their mission. Accreditation from the ACHC matters for your family. It shows an outside group checked their work. They look at health and safety rules. This helps ensure better care. They have been Medicare-certified for many years. That experience counts. You can feel sure that they follow federal rules. They keep records and meet strict standards. It is a solid foundation for care. Ask them how these teams work together for your loved one.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in SAN DIEGO?
Hospice care in San Diego focuses on comfort and relief from pain. The goal is to improve quality of life for the patient. Teams visit the home to provide medical and emotional support. At this provider, the staff includes 21 nurses total. This is a large clinical team for a group of this size. They coordinate care with your doctor. They also manage medicines and equipment. Families get help with daily tasks and guidance on what to expect. Care happens where the patient lives. It is personal. It is focused on the specific needs of the person receiving care. The team works to keep patients comfortable at home.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You need clear answers to make the right choice. Start by asking how the team handles pain management after hours. You want to know who answers the phone at night. Ask how many nurses they have on staff. Does the team visit on weekends? Find out how they support family caregivers. Ask for examples of how they handle difficult symptoms. You should also ask about their emergency response time. Pick the provider that listens to you. Good communication is the best sign of quality care.
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