HIGH QUALITY HOSPICE CARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 21707 HAWTHORNE BLVD, SUITE 304
TORRANCE, CA 90503 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 24, 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) | 3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 4 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
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 HIGH QUALITY 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 HIGH QUALITY HOSPICE CARE compares to hospices nationwide.
16.3 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.
23
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 day16.3 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 weekends23.6%
Ranks better than about 97% 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 life95.6%
Ranks better than about 66% 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 visits57.9%
Ranks better than about 43% 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 care5.4%
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 care6.5%
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 hospice2.2%
Ranks better than about 35% 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)79th 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$24,527 · 80th 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 9.5% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment96.1%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.2%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life9.5%
- All care steps completed94.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer24%
- Dementia33%
- Heart and circulatory disease35%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
High Quality Hospice Care in Torrance
High Quality Hospice Care provides end of life services for families in Torrance, California. This provider operates from their Hawthorne Boulevard office and has served the community since 2012. They hold accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This status shows they meet specific national standards for hospice services. Families look for this mark of quality when picking care for their loved ones. Getting the right support matters during this time.
About High Quality Hospice Care
This provider is a for-profit hospice agency. They have been Medicare certified for over a decade. The Accreditation Commission for Health Care reviews their work to confirm it meets high safety and service levels. This independent check gives families peace of mind. Their team includes 10 staff members. This group consists of three registered nurses and four licensed practical nurses. They also have one volunteer on their team. These professionals work together to manage pain and comfort for patients. You should know that their structure is built to handle care needs in a small, focused setting. The team size allows for close attention to every patient case. That is how they maintain their strong standing in quality reports.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Torrance?
Hospice care in Los Angeles County focuses on keeping people comfortable in their own homes. The team visits you to provide medical help and emotional support. They work to reduce pain and help families learn how to provide care. Most hospice teams in this area include nurses, social workers, and aides. These workers visit regularly to check on patient needs. And they are available by phone for questions at any hour of the day. The goal is to keep the patient at home rather than in a hospital bed. This allows for more time with family in a private space. It is a common way to manage care in Torrance and surrounding neighborhoods. The staff acts as a partner for the primary family caregiver.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should meet with a few providers before you decide. Ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens. Find out how they handle pain management and what medicines they provide. You also want to know how the staff will communicate changes in health to your family. Ask who will be the main nurse for your loved one. Continuity helps build a real relationship. Ask about the role of the volunteer and what services they offer. These questions help you understand if the team is a good fit. You need to feel comfortable with the people coming into your home. Take your time with these talks.
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