ACESO HOSPICE, INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 701 EAST SANTA CLARA STREET, SUITE # 10
VENTURA, CA 93001 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- October 7, 2020
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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) | 1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
3
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 ACESO HOSPICE, INC 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 2020.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ACESO HOSPICE, INC compares to hospices nationwide.
10.1 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 26th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
9
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
Medicare reports this hospice billed for routine home care only from January 2022 through December 2024. Hospices can also provide continuous home care, inpatient care, and respite care when symptoms are harder to manage. There can be good reasons for this. Ask the provider how they handle a crisis at home.
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 day10.1 min
Ranks better than about 26% 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 weekends14.2%
Ranks better than about 86% 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 life82.1%
Ranks better than about 16% 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 visits84.8%
Ranks better than about 9% 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 months61.5%
Ranks better than about 6% 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 care23.1%
Ranks better than about 4% 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)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$20,517 · 63rd 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 7 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 43.3% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening92.9%
- Pain assessment87%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Visits in the last days of life43.3%
- All care steps completed82.1%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia33%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
ACESO HOSPICE, INC in Ventura
ACESO HOSPICE, INC provides end-of-life care services for residents in Ventura, California. They operate as a freestanding hospice agency. The provider holds accreditation from the Community Health Accreditation Partner, known as CHAP. This status shows they meet specific standards for quality and safety. Families in Ventura may look to this agency when seeking hospice support. They have been certified to provide care through Medicare since October 2020. Choosing a local provider often helps families keep care consistent and close to home.
About ACESO HOSPICE, INC
This agency operates as a for-profit hospice organization. For-profit status means they are a business entity that provides hospice services under Medicare guidelines. They earned their Medicare certification in 2020. The CHAP accreditation is a sign of quality. This group checks hospice agencies to see if they follow high standards of care. They look at how the agency manages patient needs and clinical records. Having this seal means an outside group reviewed their work. Families should know that this agency is a small team. They report having three total employees on staff. This includes one registered nurse and one licensed practical nurse. They do not report having active volunteers at this time. Knowing the team size helps you understand how they plan their visits and care routines each day.
What Is Hospice Care Like in VENTURA?
Hospice care in Ventura focuses on comfort and dignity for people with limited life expectancy. Teams offer medical, emotional, and spiritual support for both patients and their families. This service happens wherever the patient lives. It could be a private home or a care facility. The goal is to manage symptoms so the patient stays comfortable. ACESO HOSPICE, INC maintains a small staff to handle these tasks. They work with one registered nurse and one licensed practical nurse to provide care. These nurses visit to check on the patient and manage pain medications. They also coordinate with doctors to ensure the plan fits the patient. Other team members like social workers or chaplains may join the care plan as needed. Having a small team means the care providers get to know the patient well over time.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Asking the right questions can help you feel more prepared. Start by asking how the team handles care after business hours. You need to know who to call if a medical issue happens on a weekend. Ask how often the nurse will visit the home. You should also ask how they manage pain and other difficult symptoms. Find out if the staff is available to provide training for family caregivers. It helps to ask what specific services they offer beyond basic medical visits. Ask if they provide spiritual support or counseling for the family members. You should also ask how they coordinate with the primary doctor of the patient. Clear answers to these questions will help your family make a choice that fits your needs.
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