VITAS HEALTHCARE CORPORATION OF CALIFORNIA
Provider Information
- Address
- 990 W 190TH STREET, SUITE 550
TORRANCE, CA 90502 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 16, 2000
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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) | 11 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 9 |
| Physicians | 4 |
| Volunteers | 29 |
53
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 VITAS HEALTHCARE CORPORATION OF CALIFORNIA reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Both provided directly and arranged with other facilities
- 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 VITAS HEALTHCARE CORPORATION OF CALIFORNIA compares to hospices nationwide.
16.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 87th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
113
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 day16.9 min
Ranks better than about 87% 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 weekends17.3%
Ranks better than about 91% 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 life96.8%
Ranks better than about 77% 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 visits80.5%
Ranks better than about 13% 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 care11%
Ranks better than about 22% 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 months34.8%
Ranks better than about 55% 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 care18.9%
Ranks better than about 9% 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 hospice3%
Ranks better than about 25% 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)93rd 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$20,064 · 61st 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 53.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening98.5%
- Pain assessment97.3%
- Breathing difficulty screening98.8%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.7%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.1%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids98.4%
- Visits in the last days of life53.6%
- All care steps completed95.2%
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%
- Dementia11%
- Heart and circulatory disease21%
- Lung and respiratory disease16%
- Stroke14%
- Other conditions19%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Supportive Care in Torrance
VITAS Healthcare Corporation of California serves families in Torrance and the surrounding Los Angeles area. They offer hospice care designed to bring comfort and dignity to patients nearing the end of life. This team works to manage symptoms so that patients can spend their time in peace. Whether at home or in a facility, their goal is to provide focused, compassionate support for the whole family. It is a big step to choose hospice, but having a professional team nearby makes a difference.
About VITAS Healthcare Corporation of California
This provider operates as a for-profit hospice organization. They have been Medicare certified since March 16, 2000. That is over two decades of serving the community. When you look at hospice options, it helps to know how long a provider has been around. They have had plenty of time to build their systems and train their staff. This location is found at 990 W 190th Street, Suite 550. That said, hospice is often about the care brought directly to your door. You should ask them how they coordinate with your primary doctor. The team at this office focuses on meeting the needs of patients in Los Angeles County. They aim to provide consistent care as your loved one's needs change over time. It is important to feel comfortable with the people entering your home during such a sensitive time.
Quality Insights
Understanding Hospice Care in Torrance
Torrance has several hospice choices for families. Hospice is not a place you go, but a type of care you get. It focuses on comfort rather than a cure. The team usually includes a nurse, a social worker, and a chaplain. They all work together to support the patient and the family. In a busy place like Los Angeles, you want a provider that can get to you quickly. The thing is, hospice is a benefit covered by Medicare. This means there is little to no cost for the family for covered services. You can use your hospice benefit at home, in a nursing facility, or at an inpatient hospice house. The main goal is to improve quality of life every single day. Always check if the provider serves your specific zip code before moving forward with a plan.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right team can feel heavy, but these questions help clear the path. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. You need to know that someone is available 24/7. Second, ask how they help the family cope with grief. Good hospice care supports the whole family, not just the patient. Third, ask how they handle pain management and comfort needs. You want a team that responds fast to changes in health. Finally, ask what their plan is if the patient needs to go to the hospital. Every provider has different ways of handling these situations. Write down the answers you get. It makes it much easier to compare your options later on. You deserve to feel confident in the care your loved one receives.
Preserving Your Family Story
Your loved one has a lifetime of stories that deserve to be remembered. Recording these memories is a beautiful way to honor their journey and keep their voice alive for generations to come.
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