ADVENTIST HEALTH HOME CARE SERVICES
Provider Information
- Address
- 1007 LIVE OAK BLVD
YUBA CITY, CA 95991 - Medicare Certified Since
- March 17, 2023
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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.
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.
18.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 93rd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
15
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 day18.8 min
Ranks better than about 93% 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 weekends13%
Ranks better than about 83% 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 life93.6%
Ranks better than about 51% 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 visits23.1%
Ranks better than about 86% 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 care30.8%
Ranks better than about 1% 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 months15.4%
Ranks better than about 92% 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 care0%
Ranks better than about 81% 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)85th 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$7,293 · 3rd 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 53.9% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed99.5%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.5%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life53.9%
- All care steps completed99.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer30%
- Dementia12%
- Heart and circulatory disease16%
- Lung and respiratory disease15%
- Stroke9%
- Other conditions18%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Adventist Health Home Care Services
Adventist Health Home Care Services serves the Yuba City community from their office on Live Oak Boulevard. This provider offers hospice support to families in Sutter County. They have been certified by Medicare since early 2023. This certification means they meet federal standards for end-of-life care. Choosing a local provider helps keep care teams close to your home. It makes coordination much easier for everyone involved. They focus on comfort and symptom management for those with life-limiting illnesses. Families often find that having a team nearby provides peace of mind during difficult times. Their presence in Yuba City ensures that help is never too far away when you need it most. This is a primary benefit of choosing a provider anchored in your own county.
About Adventist Health Home Care Services
This agency operates as a Medicare-certified hospice provider. Medicare certification is a key indicator of quality for any hospice program. It requires agencies to undergo regular inspections to ensure they follow strict safety and care rules. You should know that this oversight covers everything from medication management to staff training. Since they earned their certification in 2023, they have worked to maintain high standards of service. Being Medicare-certified also means they can accept Medicare benefits to cover the cost of care. This removes a major financial worry for most families. You can feel confident knowing they are accountable to federal quality benchmarks. They must report specific data to the government on a regular basis. This data helps keep the quality of care high for all patients. It is a standard that protects the interests of every family served.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Yuba City?
Hospice care in Yuba City focuses on making the final months of life as comfortable as possible. Teams usually include a doctor, a nurse, and a social worker. They visit your home to check on the patient and provide support. You might see a chaplain or a volunteer as well. The goal is to manage pain and help the family cope with the changes ahead. Most care happens in the patient's own residence. This allows them to stay in a familiar place with their loved ones nearby. The staff will explain how to use medical equipment and how to give medicine properly. They are there to answer questions at any time of day or night. Having this support system in place changes the home environment. It shifts the focus from curing an illness to improving the quality of each day.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing the right team is a big decision for your family. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can reach your home in an emergency. You should ask about their after-hours response time for urgent needs. It is also good to know how they handle pain management changes during the night. Ask if they have experience with the specific condition your loved one faces. Another good question is how they involve the family in the care plan. You want a team that listens to your goals and respects your wishes. Ask if they provide extra support like grief counseling after a loss. Do not be afraid to ask about their staff turnover rates or how they train their team. These details help you understand if the agency is a good fit for your specific needs and values.
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