SUTTER CARE AT HOME
Provider Information
- Address
- 400 PLUMAS BLVD
YUBA CITY, CA 95991 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- June 25, 2002
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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) | 7 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
17
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 SUTTER CARE AT HOME 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
- 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 2016.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how SUTTER CARE AT HOME compares to hospices nationwide.
15.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 78th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
43
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 day15.3 min
Ranks better than about 78% 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 weekends8.8%
Ranks better than about 60% 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 life91.1%
Ranks better than about 36% 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 visits57.6%
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 care9%
Ranks better than about 33% 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 months28.4%
Ranks better than about 73% 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 care7.5%
Ranks better than about 48% 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 hospice6%
Ranks better than about 7% 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$12,177 · 19th 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 53.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life53.8%
- All care steps completed100%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer32%
- Dementia11%
- Heart and circulatory disease14%
- Lung and respiratory disease11%
- Stroke26%
- Other conditions11%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Sutter Care at Home in Yuba City
Sutter Care at Home provides hospice services for families in Yuba City, California. This provider has served the local area since 2002. They hold accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group sets high standards for how hospice care works. Accreditation shows that a team meets strict rules for safety and care quality. You can find their office on Plumas Boulevard in Sutter County. They offer support for patients and their loved ones during difficult times. Choosing a local provider often helps families stay connected to their community during care. This team offers a specific set of services designed to manage pain and improve comfort. Having an accredited team means they submit to outside reviews of their work. That is a clear sign they care about meeting professional goals. It is one way to check if a provider meets your needs.
About SUTTER CARE AT HOME
This is a for-profit hospice agency. They have operated under Medicare certification for over two decades. Being a freestanding hospice means they focus only on these types of services. The Accreditation Commission for Health Care reviews their work to ensure they follow best practices. This process looks at how they treat patients and keep records. It is a voluntary step that shows they want to perform well. The agency employs 17 people. This team includes 7 registered nurses who manage medical needs. They also have one volunteer on staff to help with other tasks. Knowing how many people work there gives you a sense of their size. A smaller team can sometimes offer a more personal touch. You should ask about how their staff visits your home. Most hospice care happens where the patient lives. Understanding the team size helps you know who will enter your home. You need a team you can talk to easily.
Quality Overview
What Is Hospice Care Like in YUBA CITY?
Hospice care in Yuba City focuses on comfort rather than a cure. It brings medical help and emotional support directly to the patient. This often happens in a private home or a care facility. The team works to manage pain and symptoms so the patient feels better. They also offer guidance to family members who are helping with daily care. This agency is staffed with 7 registered nurses who lead the medical side of care. They also have a volunteer who can offer extra support. A good hospice team works with your own doctor. They make sure everyone stays on the same page. The goal is to keep the patient in a familiar setting. Most people prefer to stay home if they can. That is a major reason why local hospice care matters so much. You want a team that knows the local area well. They should be able to reach you quickly when you need them.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking the right hospice team is a big decision. You should feel comfortable asking many questions before you sign anything. Start by asking how many nurses will visit each week. You also want to know how the team handles an emergency at night. Ask them how they manage pain if it gets worse suddenly. It helps to ask about their experience with specific illnesses. You should know if they have a social worker available for your family. Ask how they help with the stress of caregiving. Be sure to ask who you call if you have a question on a weekend. Listen closely to how they answer these simple questions. Do they sound kind and clear? You need a partner who listens to your concerns. A good hospice team will take their time to explain everything to you. They should never rush you when you are trying to make a choice.
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