COVENANT CARE HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 125 N BROADWAY STE 1A
TURLOCK, CA 95380 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 9, 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 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 |
| Physicians | 0 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
7
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 COVENANT CARE HOSPICE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Provided directly by this hospice
- 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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how COVENANT CARE HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
17.5 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 89th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
42
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 day17.5 min
Ranks better than about 89% 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 weekends11.1%
Ranks better than about 76% 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 life99.5%
Ranks better than about 92% 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 visits9.3%
Ranks better than about 96% 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 care22%
Ranks better than about 2% 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 months29.3%
Ranks better than about 71% 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 care2.4%
Ranks better than about 75% 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 hospice7.3%
Ranks better than about 4% 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)74th 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$15,361 · 36th 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 22.1% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment99.0%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.6%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life22.1%
- All care steps completed99.3%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer29%
- Dementia33%
- Heart and circulatory disease10%
- Lung and respiratory disease12%
- Other conditions14%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Covenant Care Hospice
Covenant Care Hospice provides hospice services to families in Turlock, California. They operate as a freestanding hospice provider and offer care to those with life-limiting illnesses. The team holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care, also known as ACHC. This organization checks that providers meet national standards for safety and quality. Families often look for this seal when they want to ensure the care team follows strict health rules. Getting this stamp of approval shows the provider works hard to meet high goals for their patients. They have served the area since 1993, which gives them a long history of local service. You can reach their team at 125 N Broadway Ste 1A to learn more about how their staff supports patients in Stanislaus County. Choosing the right provider is a major decision for your family.
About Covenant Care Hospice
Covenant Care Hospice functions as a non-profit organization. This means they reinvest their earnings back into the care they provide to patients. They earned their Medicare certification back in August of 1993. That longevity is rare in the hospice field. The ACHC accreditation they hold is a big deal for quality control. This group acts as an independent auditor to review the clinical practices of the hospice. They check everything from medication management to how the team keeps records. This helps families feel confident that the care follows a clear set of rules. You should know that non-profit status often means the focus stays on the patient experience rather than profit margins. Their team works to meet the needs of each person they serve. It is a good idea to ask how their non-profit mission affects the daily care your loved one will receive during their time with the hospice program.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Turlock?
Hospice care in Turlock focuses on comfort and dignity for patients near the end of life. The care teams visit patients in their own homes or in care facilities. At Covenant Care Hospice, the staff includes three registered nurses who lead the clinical side of care. They have a total of seven employees on staff. This size allows for a focused approach to care for each patient. Please note that they currently do not have physicians or volunteers listed on their staff roster. You might want to ask how they coordinate with your primary doctor to manage medical needs. Local hospice care helps families manage symptoms while keeping the patient in a familiar setting. Most families find that having a dedicated nurse makes a big difference in daily comfort. The goal remains to help the patient live as fully as possible. That is the main purpose of this care.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice provider requires asking the right questions to understand their process. Start by asking how the team handles pain and symptom management after hours. You should also ask how often a nurse will visit your loved one each week. It helps to know how they communicate changes in the patient condition to the family. Ask about their plan for emergencies or sudden needs during the night. Ask what happens if the patient needs more care than the home setting can provide. You might also ask how they support family members with emotional or grief needs. Clear answers help you decide if a provider matches your family needs. Do not be afraid to ask for specific details about their daily routine. Getting these answers upfront will save you stress down the road. Take your time to find the right fit for your loved one.
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