MISSION HOSPICE SERVICES OF SAN DIEGO LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 2365 NORTHSIDE DRIVE, SUITE 200
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 19, 2012
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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) | 35 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 32 |
| Volunteers | 19 |
111
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 SAN DIEGO 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 2018.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how MISSION HOSPICE SERVICES OF SAN DIEGO LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
13.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 65th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
429
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 day13.7 min
Ranks better than about 65% 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 weekends8.7%
Ranks better than about 59% 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 life90.8%
Ranks better than about 34% 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 visits60.7%
Ranks better than about 39% 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 care9.9%
Ranks better than about 27% 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 months45.2%
Ranks better than about 27% 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 care13.3%
Ranks better than about 22% 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 hospice2.3%
Ranks better than about 33% 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$23,899 · 78th 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 36.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.1%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.8%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.5%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.7%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99.5%
- Visits in the last days of life36.4%
- All care steps completed98.1%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer20%
- Dementia13%
- Heart and circulatory disease18%
- Lung and respiratory disease7%
- Stroke34%
- Other conditions9%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Mission Hospice Services of San Diego LLC
Mission Hospice Services of San Diego LLC provides end of life care for families throughout San Diego, California. They have served the community since 2012. The team holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group sets high standards for how hospice agencies operate. Accreditation shows they follow strict rules for patient safety. It is a mark of quality that many families look for when choosing care. They focus on meeting the needs of patients in their own homes or care settings.
Agency Background
This agency operates as a for-profit hospice provider. They have been certified by Medicare for over a decade. Their staff includes 35 registered nurses and 32 licensed practical nurses. They also work with 19 volunteers who provide extra support to patients. The Accreditation Commission for Health Care reviews their work regularly. This organization checks that the hospice team meets national goals for care. If a provider passes these checks, it means they have proven their commitment to high standards. Families should know that this agency has a large team ready to help. That is a good sign for consistent care. You can ask them how their nurses and volunteers coordinate with family caregivers to ensure everyone is on the same page during the care process.
Quality Performance Summary
What Is Hospice Care Like in San Diego?
Hospice care in San Diego focuses on comfort and quality of life for those with a serious illness. A team of nurses and aides visits the patient to manage pain and symptoms. They also offer emotional support for the whole family. This provider employs 111 people to ensure they have enough hands on deck. You will find that hospice care here is designed to be flexible. It happens where the patient lives. Most care plans include regular visits from nurses to check on the patient. They also have staff available to answer questions at any time of day or night. It is a team effort. The goal is to keep the patient as comfortable as possible while helping families spend quality time together during a hard season.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice provider is a major decision for your family. Start by asking how many nurses are on staff to serve your area. You should also ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home in an emergency. Find out how the team handles pain management after regular business hours. Ask if they have experience with the specific condition your loved one has. It is also wise to ask about how they train their volunteers. You want to know if they provide support for family members who are grieving. Do not feel rushed during these talks. A good provider will take the time to answer every question you have. They should be open and clear about how they deliver care each day.
Preserve Your Family Stories
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