ADVENTIST HEALTH HOME CARE SERVICES
Provider Information
- Address
- 20100 CEDAR ROAD NORTH
SONORA, CA 95370 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 27, 1993
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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) | 5 |
| Physicians | 0 |
10
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 ADVENTIST HEALTH HOME CARE SERVICES 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
- Supplied directly by this hospice
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 ADVENTIST HEALTH HOME CARE SERVICES compares to hospices nationwide.
16.4 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 84th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
40
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 day16.4 min
Ranks better than about 84% 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 weekends7.8%
Ranks better than about 49% 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 life93.1%
Ranks better than about 47% 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 visits14.1%
Ranks better than about 93% 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 care7.7%
Ranks better than about 41% 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 months20.5%
Ranks better than about 87% 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 care6.4%
Ranks better than about 54% 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)87th 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$10,245 · 11th 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 62.3% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life62.3%
- All care steps completed100%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer35%
- Dementia25%
- Heart and circulatory disease12%
- Lung and respiratory disease11%
- Other conditions17%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
ADVENTIST HEALTH HOME CARE SERVICES
Adventist Health Home Care Services provides hospice care to families in Sonora, California. This provider operates as a non-profit agency serving the Tuolumne area. They have served the community since 1993. The agency holds accreditation from the Joint Commission. This means an outside group checks their work against high standards. It helps ensure they follow safe practices for every patient they see. They focus on providing support at home for those with a life-limiting illness.
About ADVENTIST HEALTH HOME CARE SERVICES
This agency functions as a non-profit, freestanding hospice provider. Being non-profit often means the agency puts extra funds back into their care programs. They have held Medicare certification for over three decades. The Joint Commission accreditation is a big mark of quality. This group reviews health organizations to check for safety and care standards. When an agency earns this seal, they show they meet strict goals for patient health. Their team consists of ten employees. This includes five registered nurses who manage daily medical needs. They do not have physicians on staff. Families should know that hospice relies on a team approach. You can ask how they coordinate care with your own doctor. They must show they provide high-quality service to keep their certification. This history shows long-term stability in the Sonora area.
High Quality Standards
What Is Hospice Care Like in SONORA?
Hospice care in Tuolumne County focuses on comfort for the patient and support for the family. In Sonora, agencies like this one provide care where the patient lives. This could be a private home or a care facility. The team visits to manage pain and other symptoms. They also help with emotional needs during a difficult time. This specific agency uses a team of five registered nurses. These nurses handle the clinical tasks and check on the patient often. Because they are a smaller team of ten total staff, they can offer focused attention. They work to keep the patient as comfortable as possible. Hospice care does not aim to cure a disease. Instead, it aims to improve the quality of each day. You can expect regular visits from the staff to monitor health changes. They help you understand what to expect as the illness progresses.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice team is a big decision for your family. You want to pick a group that fits your specific needs. Here are a few questions to ask during your first meeting. First, ask how quickly a nurse can arrive if you have an emergency at night. Second, ask how they help family members cope with grief. It is also smart to ask how they handle pain medicine delivery. Finally, ask what happens if the patient needs a higher level of care than the home can provide. You deserve clear answers to these questions. Write down the answers so you can compare them later. Do not feel rushed to make a choice. Take the time you need to find the right fit for your loved one. Good communication from the start makes a huge difference later on.
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