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Advantage Health Systems

151 Kalmus Drive, Suite D-104, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

For-Profit
9 Years Certified
39 Patients/Day

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151 Kalmus Drive, Suite D-104
Costa Mesa, CA 92626

About Advantage Health Systems

Hospice overview and quality summary

Advantage Health Systems is a for-profit hospice care provider in Costa Mesa, CA, serving patients and families in Orange County and the surrounding area. Medicare certified since 2017, Advantage Health Systems has provided 9 years of end-of-life and palliative care to the community.

Advantage Health Systems serves an average of 39 patients per day, covering 54 ZIP codes across its service area. 51% of care is delivered in patients' homes, consistent with the hospice philosophy of enabling comfort care in familiar surroundings.

The facility's Hospice Care Index score is 7 out of 10, a composite measure of care quality and efficiency. 3 physicians are affiliated with this hospice.

When choosing hospice care in Costa Mesa, CA, consider quality ratings, caregiver satisfaction surveys, the hospice's experience with your loved one's condition, and the service area. Since hospice care is typically delivered in the home, the responsiveness and availability of the care team are critical factors.

At a Glance

Star RatingNot Rated
OwnershipFor-Profit
Certified Since2017
CountyOrange
Avg Daily Census39 patients
Service Area54 ZIP codes
HCI Score7/10
Affiliated Doctors3

Quality Process Measures

CMS hospice care quality indicators vs. national benchmarks

Treatment Preferences Documented

Patients whose treatment preferences were discussed and documented

100.0%

Natl: 99.5%

Average

Beliefs & Values Addressed

Patients whose beliefs and values were addressed in the plan of care

98.8%

Natl: 98.3%

Average

Pain Screening

Patients screened for pain upon hospice admission

100.0%

Natl: 98.3%

Average

Comprehensive Pain Assessment

Patients with pain who received a comprehensive pain assessment

100.0%

Natl: 94.8%

Above Average

Dyspnea Screening

Patients screened for shortness of breath upon admission

100.0%

Natl: 99.0%

Average

Dyspnea Treatment

Patients with dyspnea who received treatment within 24 hours

100.0%

Natl: 97.4%

Above Average

Composite Process Score

Composite measure of all hospice care process quality measures

98.8%

Natl: 91.6%

Above Average

Hospice Care Index

Composite quality score with 10 sub-measures

7/10

Overall HCI Score

National average: 8.8/10

Advantage Health Systems's Hospice Care Index (HCI) score is 7 out of 10, below the national average of 8.8. The HCI evaluates hospices on nursing visit continuity, care transitions, spending efficiency, and presence in the final days.

48.5% of Advantage Health Systems's patients received visits from the hospice team in their final days of life, consistent with the national average of 47.9%. Presence during the final days reflects the hospice's commitment to supporting families when it matters most.

Visits Near Death

Patients with visits in last 3 days of life

85.9%

Natl: 89.5%

21th pctl

Nurse Care Minutes

Average nurse care minutes per routine home care day

15.6

Natl: 13.4

80th pctl

Weekend Nursing

Percentage of skilled nursing minutes on weekends

3.7%

Natl: 9.2%

7th pctl

Gaps in Nursing Visits

Stays with gaps in skilled nursing visits

26.5%

Natl: 55.4%

17th pctl

Early Live Discharges

Patients discharged alive within 3 days

5.6%

Natl: 7.2%

44th pctl

Late Live Discharges

Patients discharged alive after enrollment

55.6%

Natl: 40%

89th pctl

Burdensome Transitions (Type 1)

Hospice-to-acute-care transitions near death

8.3%

Natl: 8%

56th pctl

Burdensome Transitions (Type 2)

Acute care admissions near death

5.6%

Natl: 2.3%

91th pctl

CHC/GIP Days

Continuous home care & general inpatient days as share of total

0%

Natl: 0.6%

52th pctl

Per-Beneficiary Spending

Average Medicare spending per hospice beneficiary

$35,112

Natl: $16,971

96th pctl

Patient Population

Primary diagnoses of hospice patients

Advantage Health Systems's patient population is primarily composed of individuals with dementia (61%), followed by cardiovascular disease (18%). Dementia care requires specialized communication techniques and behavioral support, which experienced hospice teams are trained to provide.

Dementia61%
Cardiovascular Disease18%

Care Settings

Where hospice care is delivered

Advantage Health Systems delivers 51% of its care in patients' homes, with 46% in assisted living settings, 3% in nursing facility settings. The hospice serves an average of 39 patients per day.

Patient's Home

51%

Assisted Living

46%

Nursing Facility

3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Advantage Health Systems

What is the CMS rating for Advantage Health Systems?

Advantage Health Systems does not currently have a CMS star rating available. Approximately 69% of hospice providers lack sufficient survey data for a star rating.

What conditions does Advantage Health Systems primarily treat?

Advantage Health Systems's patient population includes dementia (61%), cardiovascular disease (18%). This reflects the hospice's experience managing these conditions.

Where does Advantage Health Systems provide care?

Advantage Health Systems provides care in patient's home (51%), assisted living (46%), nursing facility (3%).

How large is Advantage Health Systems?

Advantage Health Systems serves an average of 39 patients per day and covers 54 ZIP codes in its service area.

How many doctors are affiliated with Advantage Health Systems?

3 physicians are affiliated with Advantage Health Systems.

Data source: CMS Hospice Compare · CAHPS Hospice Survey ·